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Which schools did Lou Gehrig attend?
Lou Gehrig went to Commerce High School and Columbia University for college.
What did Lou Gehrig do after school?
After spending two years at Columbia University, Lou Gehrig was signed by the New York Yankees.
How good was Lou Gehrig's education?
It must have been good. Gehrig was recruited by Columbia University.
Did Lou Gehrig finish college?
Lou Gehrig attended Columbia University in New York for two years.
What was another nickname given to Lou Gehrig besides The Iron Horse?
Gehrig also was called "Columbia Lou" because he attended Columbia University before joining the Yankees.
What sports did Lou Gehrig play in college?
Lou Gehrig played football and baseball while attending Columbia University. Although he did not graduate, Gehrig went to Columbia on a football scholarship to pursue a degree in engineering.
What school did Lou Gehrig go to when he was young?
Lou Gehrig attended PS 132 and then Commerce High School. Later, he attended Columbia University for two years.
What sports did Lou Gehrig play at Columbia University?
Lou Gehrig played baseball and football at Columbia University. But due to encouragement from Giants manager John McGraw, he played summer professional baseball. Being that it was illegal to do so, he was banned from intercollegiate sports during his freshman season.
Who did Lou Gehrig's mom work for?
Columbia
What year did Lou Gehrig graduate from college?
He did not graduate. Gehrig left Columbia University after two years to sign a major league contract with the New York Yankees.
How many sports did Lou Gehrig play in his life?
Professionally, Lou Gehrig played baseball only. While at Columbia University he played baseball and football.When Gehrig attended Commerce High School, not only did he play baseball and football, but he also played soccer.
Does Lou Gehrig have an award named after him?
Yes, he does. The Lou Gehrig Memorial Award is given to players who best illustrate their integrity and character, both on and off the field. In his honor, the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity created this award. Lou was a member of the fraternity when he attended Columbia University,
