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Founding of Union Business College
- When
- 1865
- Where
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Thomas May Peirce founded Union Business College in Philadelphia in 1865, establishing a co-educational institution distinct from many contemporary colleges.
In 1865, Thomas May Peirce, a Philadelphia educator, founded Union Business College. The institution was unique for its era because it was co-educational at its founding, unlike many other colleges and universities. This establishment occurred in Philadelphia, a city with a strong history of business and industry.
Sources
- Peirce College Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-18
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