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It was founded in 1890 as a result of the second Morrill Land Grant Act, which mandated that Southern US border states develop state colleges for black citizens. The college was officially approved by the Georgia General Assembly the following year, and was originally called the Georgia State Industrial College for Coloured Youths. It expanded to become Savannah State University in 1947. So it had no single founder, it was created by Georgia's General Assembly. Richard R.Wright Snr. was it's first President.
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RossSavannah State University was originally founded as a result of the Second Morrill Land Grant Act of 1890. The act mandated that southern and border states develop Black land grant colleges. On November 26, 1890 the Georgia General Assembly passed enabling legislation creating the Georgia State Industrial College for Colored Youth.
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When was Savannah State University created?
Savannah State University was created on 1890-11-26.
Were is Savannah state university located at?
Savannah, Georgia
Which coastal city did Oglethorpe and his settlers found?
Oglethorpe and his settlers founded the city of Savannah in the state of Georgia in 1733. Savannah is now the oldest city in the state and is known for its historic architecture and rich cultural heritage.
Did Tajh Mowry go to Savannah State University?
yes he did
When was Appalachian State University founded?
Appalachian State University was founded in 1899. It is a public University that is located in Boone, North Carolina and has an academic staff of 871.
When was Mississippi State University founded?
Mississippi State University was founded in the year 1878. Mississippi State University offers undergraduate and post graduate degrees including doctoral degrees.
When was Kansas state university founded?
Kansas State University was created in 1863.
When was Southern Illinois university founded?
Illinois State University was founded in 1857.
Who founded Morgan State University?
thomas kelso co-founded it
Who founded alcorn state university?
a guy
Who founded Grambling State University?
1901
What GPA do I need to attend Savannah state university?
a 2.77 being the lowest
