175 Years - Geneva College
With deep roots in its Reformed Presbyterian heritage, Geneva has been providing academically excellent, Christ-centered and affordable education to students for 175 years.Celebrating 175 years of Christ-centered education
For 175 years, Geneva College has been transforming the hearts and minds of students for faithful and fruitful service to God and neighbor. When Geneva began in 1848 in a tiny western Ohio town, just thirteen years before the U.S. Civil War its founders could hardly imagine that their small school would flourish into an outstanding Christian college known throughout the world.
Join us as we celebrate the enduring legacy of Geneva College for our 175th anniversary. This site will serve as the hub to stay abreast of all the festivities and events that will take place in honor of this significant milestone for Geneva College. As we celebrate God's faithfulness throughout the years, we pray for Geneva's future, providing Christ-centered education for generations to come.
Stay tuned for memorable events such as:
- Homecoming & Family Weekend 2023
- Revival of Campus Traditions
- Special Guest Speakers
- And much more!
Founded April 20, 1848
"After much deliberation, the presbytery agreed to establish a Grammar school. The next morning, Geneva Hall opened...and as a college."
Geneva's 175th Anniversary Celebration
Pro Christo Et Patria
Geneva has a distinct and valuable mission. It’s represented by the crown and Bible. Our mission is to equip students for faithful and fruitful service to God and neighbors. Since 1880, Geneva’s neighbors are right here in Beaver Falls. The “Valley” at the top of the logo as well as the three waterfalls representing the original Upper, Middle, and Lower falls in Beaver Falls remind us of the call to serve God and neighbor in the place we are. It calls up the words from Jeremiah 29 where we are reminded that Israelites were called, “to build houses, plant gardens, and seek the prosperity of the city”. They were called to be faithful and fruitful neighbors, even as they were exiled from their own home. Geneva’s new logo challenges all those connected with us to build our lives on the cornerstone that is Jesus Christ wherever we may be called to serve.
Historical Highlights
After teaching young men in his study since 1838, Rev. John Black Johnston formally opens Geneva Hall in Northwood, Ohio. Named in honor of Geneva, Switzerland, the center of the Reformed faith movement.
A dedicated building for a Female Seminary is built. Geneva became fully co-educational in 1865—praised for providing an equivalent education for both genders.
Read moreOpens its doors to freed southern slaves around 1865, an uncommon practice during the post-Civil War period
Read moreTo better accomodate growing enrollment, Geneva chooses Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania as a strategic location and growing industry.
A leader in providing adult learners a path to earning a degree, Geneva initiated its Extension Program in the early 1900s, which laid the foundation for its current online degree programs.
Read moreGeneva defeats Harvard in football at Cambridge, MA, 16-7. Team coached by “Bo” McMillin. The campus celebrates with no classes and a huge bonfire on the athletic field.
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At Geneva College, we’re on a journey of discovery with today’s students—guiding them to explore, grow, and discern all that they are created to be and do. Through community partnerships, academic experience is enriched with hands-on learning and serving. Together with you, we’re equipping tomorrow’s leaders with vocational expertise, life skills, and a vision for making a difference in the world—courageously and faithfully. They were made for this.
For questions regarding Geneva's 175th Anniversary email pr@geneva.edu.
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