1754
1754 in Columbia history:
- October 31 - Governor James De Lancey signs a Royal Charter in the name of King George II providing for the establishment of King's College
- The college opens its doors in the Trinity Church schoolhouse, with just a handful of students and Samuel Johnson as the first and sole instructor
Preceded by 1753 |
History of Columbia University 1754 |
Succeeded by 1755 |