Finlandia University - Hancock, MI
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N 47° 07.599 W 088° 35.353
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Finlandia, founded by Finnish Lutherans in 1896 in the town of Hancock, is the only private, liberal arts-based university in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Waymark Code: WMCGPK
Location: Michigan, United States
Date Posted: 09/06/2011
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Founded in 1896 as Suomi College, the name was changed in 2000 to Finlandia University. When founded its role was to preserve Finnish culture, train Lutheran ministers and teach English, but over the years that has evolved until today it no longer trains ministers and is now a liberal arts college, yet its Finnish heritage remain as seen in the Finnish American Heritage Center.
Located in what is known as Copper Country in Michigan's upper peninsula, Finlandia offers a small school atmosphere, real world educational opportunities, and a plethora of outstanding winter time recreational activities.
Name: Finlandia University
Location/Address:
601 Quincy Street
Hancock, MI USA
49930
Phone Number: (906) 487-7274
Web Site: [Web Link]
Type of School: Undergraduate School (usually four years)
School Affiliation: Private -- Christian Protestant
Date Founded: 1896
Enrollment: 700
Nicknames/Mascots: Lions
School Colors: Finnish Blue, Navy Blue, and White
School Motto: Dominus Illuminatio Mea (The Lord is my Light)
Location of GPS Coordinates: Adminstration Building (Old Main)
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