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Official Opening of the University
- When
- 9 October 1817
- Where
- Ghent
The University of Ghent was officially opened on 9 October 1817, with JC van Rotterdam serving as the first rector.
The opening took place in Ghent, Belgium, under the patronage of King William I. This event established the university as a key institution in the southern provinces of the United Kingdom of the Netherlands, aiming to stimulate academic growth in the region.
Sources
- Ghent University Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-24
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