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It was named after Leland Stanford jr - who died of typhoid at just 15 years old.
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What does Stanford university stand for?
"Stanford University" is short for Leland Stanford Junior University. It was named after the deceased son of a railroad tycoon.
What are the names of Leland Stanford's children?
He only had one named Leland Stanford, Jr.
What are the names of Leland Stanfords siblings?
Leland Stanford was the founder of Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA. He was one of eight children. His brothers were named Asa, Dewitt, Charles, Josiah, Thomas and Jerome. He had one sister, named Elvera.
Is there a college named Stanford on the east coast?
Stanford University is in California.
How did Stanford university get its name?
The full name of the university is "Leland Stanford Junior University." Leland Stanford (senior) was one of the "Big Four" who founded the Southern Pacific Railroad, and he participated in the "Golden Spike" ceremony when the Central Pacific (later the Southern Pacific) linked with the Union Pacific at Promontory Point, Utah, to establish the first transcontinental railroad. Stanford held the offices of Governor of California and later U.S. Senator from California. He and his wife Jane established Stanford University in honor of their son Leland, Jr., who died at the age of 15 in 1884 on a trip to Italy. It opened its doors in 1891.Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Where_did_Stanford_University_get_its_name_from#ixzz1B2qjH7Bq
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What is a 'named chair' at a university?
A chair at a university is a professorship. Some professorships are named, either after a founder or donor or in order to commemorate someone, for example the Marshal Foch Chair of French at Oxford. Generally, a named chair is more prestigious than one without a name.
Who is the founder of harvrd university?
Harvard was founded by vote by the courts of the Massachusettes Bay colony and named for the first donor, Rev. John Harvard.
What was Kurt cobains grandparents name?
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What has the author Neil Hayes written?
Neil Hayes has written: 'Two teams, one dream, and a freshman named Tiger' -- subject(s): Golf, Oklahoma State University, Stanford University, College sports 'When the game stands tall' -- subject(s): Football, De La Salle High School (Concord, Calif.), History 'Last putt' -- subject(s): Golf, Oklahoma State University, Stanford University, College sports
Who made the name for google url?
This company was founded and named by two friends who attended Stanford University together where they met and came up with the idea. Their names are Larry Page and Sergey Brin.
What colleges and univerisities are within 2 hours of Pittsburgh PA?
The University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, Duquesne University, and Point Park University are all located in Pittsburgh, PA. Some others are Chatham University and Carlow University.
