Savannah State University History

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    What was the original name of the Savannah State University?

    • Georgia State Industrial College for Colored Youths
    • Savannah State College
    • Colored College of Georgia
    • Savannah School for Black Students
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As the Tiger family prepares to celebrate the 122nd year since the founding of Savannah State University, now is the perfect time to ask: How well do you know the history of your 'university by the sea'? This quiz will test your knowledge of all things SSU — from its earliest days in 1890 until the modern era.

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  • 2. 

    Who was the first president of then-Georgia State College for Industrial Youths?

    • W.E. Boggs

    • Clyde W. Hall

    • Cheryl D. Dozier

    • Richard R. Wright, Sr.

    Correct Answer
    A. Richard R. Wright, Sr.
    Explanation
    Richard R. Wright, Sr. was the first president of then-Georgia State College for Industrial Youths. This implies that he held the position of president before any of the other options listed.

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  • 3. 

    On what date did the Georgia General Assembly pass the legislation that established the school for the education and training of colored students that would later become Savannah State University?

    • Dec. 25, 1822

    • Nov. 26, 1890

    • Sept. 4, 1896

    • June 13, 1874.

    Correct Answer
    A. Nov. 26, 1890
  • 4. 

    In what year did the first officers commission into the military through Savannah State's Navy ROTC program?

    • 1907

    • 1922

    • 1974

    • 1985

    Correct Answer
    A. 1974
    Explanation
    In 1974, the first officers commissioned into the military through Savannah State's Navy ROTC program. This suggests that prior to this year, the program did not have the authority to commission officers.

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  • 5. 

    When it was first constructed in 1901, how was Hill Hall used?

    • As an administrative office

    • As classroom and laboratory space

    • As a laundry facility

    • As a boys dormitory

    Correct Answer
    A. As a boys dormitory
    Explanation
    Hill Hall was initially used as a boys dormitory when it was built in 1901. This suggests that the building was intended to house male students during that time.

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  • 6. 

    Aside from being the first graduate awarded a baccalaureate degree from Savannah State in 1898, what other history-making feat did Richard R. Wright, Jr., accomplish?

    • He became the first black to man to receive a doctorate in sociology from the University of Pennsylvania.

    • He became the first black governor of Georgia.

    • He became the first man to earn a doctorate from Savannah State.

    • He became the first black man to independently found a college.

    Correct Answer
    A. He became the first black to man to receive a doctorate in sociology from the University of Pennsylvania.
  • 7. 

    Though founded as an institution for African-American students, Savannah State has long been committed to enhancing diversity and offering anyone -- regardless of race or nationality -- a quality education.  In 1963, this was demonstrated when the college took what action?

    • Launching a study-abroad program to take students to Europe and Asia

    • Becoming the first of the three black units of the University System of Georgia to admit a white student

    • Hiring the first white faculty members in college history

    • Establishing a student-exchange program with the University of Georgia

    Correct Answer
    A. Becoming the first of the three black units of the University System of Georgia to admit a white student
    Explanation
    Savannah State College demonstrated its commitment to diversity in 1963 by becoming the first of the three black units of the University System of Georgia to admit a white student. This action showed that the institution was dedicated to providing a quality education to individuals regardless of their race or nationality. By breaking down racial barriers and opening its doors to students of all backgrounds, Savannah State College took a significant step towards promoting inclusivity and equality.

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    Eleven young women were the first female boarding students admitted to then-Georgia State College.  What year and under whose administration did this happen?

    • 1921 and Pres. Cyrus G. Wiley

    • 1948 and Pres. James A. Colston

    • 1997 and Pres. Carlton E. Brown

    • 1939 and Pres. Benjamin F. Hubert

    Correct Answer
    A. 1921 and Pres. Cyrus G. Wiley
    Explanation
    In 1921, during the administration of President Cyrus G. Wiley, eleven young women were admitted as the first female boarding students at then-Georgia State College.

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    Which United States presidents visited the campus during the Richard R. Wright, Sr., administration?

    • George Washington and Abraham Lincoln

    • William McKinley and Howard Taft

    • Martin Van Buren and William Henry Harrison

    • James K. Polk and Ulysses S. Grant

    Correct Answer
    A. William McKinley and Howard Taft
    Explanation
    During the Richard R. Wright, Sr., administration, the United States presidents who visited the campus were William McKinley and Howard Taft.

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    After being named Georgia State Industrial College for Colored Youths, Georgia State College and Savannah State College, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents granted the college university status in 1996.  Who was president at that time?

    • Annette K. Brock

    • Earl G. Yarbrough, Sr.

    • John T. Wolfe, Jr.

    • Julius S. Scott, Jr.

    Correct Answer
    A. John T. Wolfe, Jr.
    Explanation
    Based on the information provided, the question asks about the president of the college at the time when it was granted university status in 1996. The correct answer, John T. Wolfe, Jr., is the only option provided that matches this criteria.

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