Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, 1860-1919

Provides a detailed analysis of LSU's beginnings and early development, starting well before it first opened its doors in Pineville, Louisiana, in 1860. Paul Hoffman reveals how political and ideological contests in areas of governance, curriculum, finances, discipline, and student life influenced the early identity and development of the school.

Ofera o analiza detaliata a inceputurilor si dezvoltarii timpurii a LSU, incepand cu mult inainte de a-si deschide portile pentru prima data in Pineville, Louisiana, in 1860. Paul Hoffman dezvaluie modul in care au influentat concursurile politice si ideologice din domeniile guvernarii, curriculumului, finantelor, disciplinei si vietii studentesti. identitatea timpurie si dezvoltarea scolii.