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Concord University

The original Concord State Normal School Seal. It was designed by Felix Yanowski and adopted as the official seal by the faculty on March 31, 1915.

Early History

Events leading to Concord's founding, including controveries, meeting state requirements, and procuring land.

McComas Hall, residence for women, built and furnished at a cost of approximately $150,000 and first occupied on April 4, 1922.

Physical Plant

Descriptions and photographs of buildings.

Building of McComas Hall with Old Main in the background.

Athenians' Spirit

The spirit and commitment of the people of Concord Church (later Athens) to a normal school.

Homecoming float prepared by Alpha Sigma Alpha and Sigma Tau Gamma welcomes alumni as it passes in front on McComas Hall in 1959.

Activities

A sample of fondly remembered special events offered at Concord during our years.

Captain James H. French was the first principal of Concord State Normal School.

Leadership

Leadership by executive committees, principals, and presidents of Concord.

Mary Elmore and Jim Surratt at a Concord Formal in the early 1950s.

Campus Life

Snapshops of campus scenes and students through the years.

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