Albertus Magnus College facts for kids
| Type | Private university |
|---|---|
| Established | July 13, 1925 |
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Religious affiliation
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Roman Catholic (Dominican Sisters of Peace) |
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Academic affiliations
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ACCU CIC NAICU |
| President | Marc M. Camille |
| Undergraduates | 1,200 full-time |
| Postgraduates | 270 full-time |
| Location |
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Connecticut
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U.S.
41°19′57″N 72°55′26″W / 41.332418°N 72.923909°W |
| Campus | 50 acres (200,000 m2) |
| Colors | Blue and white |
| Nickname | Falcons |
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Sporting affiliations
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NCAA Division III – GNAC, ECAC |
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Albertus Magnus College is a private Catholic university located in New Haven, Connecticut, in the United States. It was started in 1925 by a group of nuns called the Dominican Sisters of St. Mary of the Springs. Today, these nuns are known as the Dominican Sisters of Peace. The college's campus is in the Prospect Hill area of New Haven, close to Hamden.
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History of Albertus Magnus College
Albertus Magnus College was founded in 1925 by the Dominican Sisters of St. Mary of the Springs. The first speaker at its dedication was James Rowland Angell. He was the president of nearby Yale University.
All classes and offices were first located in Rosary Hall. This building was a large mansion built in the Palladian style. It has since been changed into the college's main library. The college's first chaplain, Artur Chandler, said the goal was to educate women. He wanted them to become "thinkers and leaders."
By 1940, the college campus had grown to its current size of 50 acres. Many old mansions from the "gilded-era" were bought. These buildings were then used as dorms and offices. The school became known for its strong liberal arts program. This program required students to study Latin or Greek for four years.
Becoming Coeducational
Originally, Albertus Magnus College was only for women. However, in 1985, it started accepting both male and female students. This change was led by its long-time president, Julia M. McNamara. It was the last college in Connecticut to become co-ed.
The 1980s also saw new buildings added to the campus. These included new classrooms and a new sports center. The first graduate program, a Master of Arts in Liberal Studies, was offered in 1992.
How the College is Organized
Albertus Magnus College is managed by a group called the board of trustees. In 1968, the way this leadership was set up changed. This change allowed 80% of the spots on the board to be filled by people who were not part of the church. The remaining 20% were still reserved for members of the Dominican Sisters of Peace.
What Students Can Study
Students at Albertus Magnus College can choose from many different subjects. They can pick a main area of study (major), a smaller area (minor), or focus on specific topics. The college also helps students prepare for professional careers.
There are also many programs for students who want to continue their education after getting a bachelor's degree. These graduate programs include:
- Art therapy
- Mental health counseling
- Addiction counseling
- Leadership
- Liberal studies
- Creative writing
- Human services
- Business administration
- Education
- Instructional design
- Management
- Organizational leadership
As of 2022, the college accepted all students who applied. About 15% of the students were male, and 85% were female.
College Campus and Location
The college campus is about two miles (3 km) from the main campus of Yale University. It is in a neighborhood called Prospect Hill. This area is mostly residential and is close to the border with Hamden. The neighborhood is on Prospect Street, near Edgerton Park and East Rock.
The college uses several old mansions from the 19th century as student dorms and administrative offices. Many of these buildings are important parts of the Prospect Hill Historic District.
Sports at Albertus Magnus
The sports teams at Albertus Magnus College are called the Falcons. They compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association's Division III. The Falcons are also part of the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC).
Boys' sports include baseball, basketball, golf, ice hockey, soccer, tennis, and swimming & diving. Girls' sports include basketball, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, ice hockey, swimming & diving, tennis, and volleyball.
Well-Known People from Albertus Magnus
Alumni (Former Students)
- Ellen Bree Burns: A U.S. federal judge.
- Lauren DeStefano: An author.
- Margaret L. Drugovich: A medical researcher.
- Grant Ellis: A TV personality.
- Stephen Harding: An attorney and a member of the Connecticut State Senate.
- Margaret Heckler: A former member of the U.S. House of Representatives for Massachusetts. She also served as the 15th United States Secretary of Health and Human Services and the 19th United States Ambassador to Ireland.
- Jacqueline Noonan: A pediatric cardiologist. She described Noonan syndrome and hypoplastic left heart syndrome.
- Dianne Pinderhughes: An American political scientist.
- Marco Rafala: A novelist.
- Marilyn Travinsky: A politician.
Faculty (Teachers)
- Nuala Archer: A poet.
- Marcella Boveri: A biologist.
- Lawrence J. DeNardis: A U.S. Congressman and former president of the University of New Haven.
- Alice Mattison: A novelist and short story writer.
- Grace Evelyn Pickford: A biologist.
- Dorothea Rudnick: A biologist.
- Suzanne W. Tourtellotte: An astronomer.
