1780 – The Official Blog of Transylvania University

1780 | The Official Blog of Transylvania University

Transylvania education rooted in commitment to liberal arts, lifelong learning

Founded in 1780 as the first university in Kentucky, generations of Transylvania students have been educated in — and have deeply benefited from — the university’s commitment to the liberal arts, learning how to read, write and think critically in ways that prepare them to be responsible citizens.