The Charter of Madison University, 1865: An Act to Incorporate Madison University (Classic Reprint) Hardcover – December 15, 2017

A historical charter outlines how Madison University was organized and governed in 1865. It covers funding, enrollment rules, library management, and standards for students and faculty.The text presents the act to incorporate the university, its governance structure, and the responsibilities of officers and trustees. It also includes rules for admissions, scholarships, student conduct, degrees, and the management of university property and the library.Readers will gain a window into 19th‑century higher education oversight, including how religious institutions shaped a university’s operations and finances.Descriptions of roles of the Board, Treasurer, Librarian, and faculty in daily governanceRules covering student behavior, discipline, and expected conductProcedures for degrees, diplomas, and honorary distinctionsStructure of supporting societies and endowment management tied to the institutionIdeal for readers of historical educational charters, religiously affiliated universities, and 19th‑century governance documents. Read more