Lehigh University, Private research university in Bethlehem, United States
Lehigh University is a research university in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, with a campus that spreads across three connected areas around South Mountain. The buildings show Gothic elements alongside contemporary labs and classrooms, linked by pathways and stairs.
A railroad and mining entrepreneur founded the institution in 1865 to give young people from different economic backgrounds access to higher education. The early years focused on technical subjects and engineering, which were important for regional industry.
The founder was Asa Packer, an industrialist whose name appears on many buildings today. Students often join societies that maintain their own houses on campus and form a social network.
The grounds lie on a hillside, so visitors should plan for sturdy footwear and some time to explore. Buildings are distributed across multiple levels, and some areas require short climbs up stairs or steep paths.
The football team has met Lafayette College annually since 1884, representing the longest uninterrupted rivalry in college football. The match takes place alternately at both locations and regularly draws thousands of spectators.
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