Extension Faculty Orientation Modules:
History & Philosophy of the Land-Grant System
The Land-Grant System has played a vital educational role since its beginning in 1862. The initial premise behind the Land-Grant System was to provide education to the common man in the areas of agriculture and the mechanical arts. At its inception, people had few choices for education in these areas, so Land-Grant colleges were established to create educational opportunities in fields other than religion, law and the liberal arts.
Since their establishment, Land-Grants have evolved and advanced into university systems covering a vast array of subjects and disciplines. Despite the changes, agricultural sciences and the mechanical arts are still an integral part of the Land-Grant University System.
This module provides an overview of the Land-Grant System including its beginning, its philosophy, and how it has evolved throughout the years. The information in this module will enable you to understand:
- The Land-Grant System
- What led to the creation and development of the Land-Grant System
- The Acts that have influenced the Land-Grant System
- Events that have influenced the Land-Grant System
- Who were some pioneering key individuals for the Land-Grant System
- Issues currently facing the Land-Grant System
The module is provided as a link below. After reviewing the module, go to the link provided for the module's review questions. The link to relevant Land-Grant web sites is provided should you like further information.
- Land-Grant System Presentation (UF/IFAS Web site)
- Land-Grant Module Questions
- Other Land-Grant Sites
- Back to General Topics
