Avery College
Avery College was a former college dedicated to the education of African Americans.[1] Avery College opened in 1849 and closed in 1873.[1] Avery College was located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
From 1863 to 1867 George Boyer Vashon was the President.[2]
Jonathan Jasper Wright received an honorary LL.D degree from Avery College.[3]
Alumni[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ a b "Avery College Historical Marker". Explore PA History. Retrieved March 22, 2017.
- ^ Parks, Marlene K. (2017). "George Boyer Vashon"". New York Central College, 1849–1860. 2 volumes. Arrangement is alphabetical. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1548505752. OCLC 1035557718.
- ^ "United States Law Review". Little, Brown. June 3, 1885 – via Google Books.
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