John Leverett, first secular President of Harvard (1708-1724), used Harvardinates (sons of Harvard), instead of Sons of the Prophets, to refer to Harvard alumni. That was his way of saying, we educate all men, not just divinity students (yes it was boys only at that time). This is the story of opening up Harvard, and all higher education in North America, to a wider audience - which is still a trend in progress.
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Friday, November 17, 2023
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Today would have been my dad's birthday; James Leverett Jr. would have been 95, but died a few years ago. He was a prolific photographer...
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The Leverett Family, Early Settlers (this article appeared in the Warren Sentinel-Leader, Warren IL, Wed. Oct. 1 st , 1930) Professor ...
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