University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa AL

In 1818, the federal government authorized Alabama Territory to set aside a township for the establishment of a "seminary of learning." Alabama was admitted to the Union on March 2, 1819, and a second township added to the grant. On December 18, 1820, the seminary was established officially and named "The University of the State of Alabama."

1860-The University of Alabama became a military school — martial departmental and disciplinary systems established.

1903-In March, the Alabama Legislature decreed that, after thirty years of student protest, the military system of organization at the University be abandoned.

1924-The Graduate School officially established.

1948-Introduction of doctoral programs authorized; first doctorates awarded in 1952.

21,000 students

Head Baseball Coach: Jim Wells

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