Alma College

On October 26, 1886, the Presbyterian Synod of Michigan accepted an offer by Ammi W. Wright of Alma of thirty acres of land, containing two buildings, and a gift of $50,000 from Alexander Folsom of Bay City for the purpose of establishing Alma College. The Synod had resolved, "We will, with God's help, establish and endow a college within our bounds." A charter was granted by the state of Michigan on April 15, 1887, and classes began on September 12, 1887. In the first year there were 95 students and nine faculty members. Here the Presbyterian Church has fostered the pursuit of learning to the glory of God and to the dignity of men.

Alma, Michigan · United States