Holy Names University, Private Catholic university in Oakland, California, United States
Holy Names University was a private Catholic institution located across a large wooded campus in the Oakland Hills. The grounds included academic buildings and performance spaces set among natural surroundings.
The institution was established in 1868 by religious sisters from Quebec as a convent school. It evolved into a respected university over many decades before closing in 2023.
The Valley Center for the Performing Arts contains two theaters: the Regents Theatre for large audiences and the Studio Theatre for smaller gatherings.
The campus was situated in a hilly area with natural surroundings and easy access from Oakland streets. The location provided proximity to local services and public transportation options in the city.
The institution was recognized as one of the most diverse universities in the region before it closed. This closure in 2023 marked the end of a long history serving the Oakland area.
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