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2 Nestled in the foothills of Western Pennsylvania exists a town fixed with what people might describe as a peculiar name. According to legend, this town acquired its name from a battle in 1779 between the Continental Army and the Seneca Indians. At this time. Colonel Daniel Brodhead was in command of Fort Pitt, which is now the city of Pittsburgh. The Senecas went on the warpath, raiding the towns and villages of the region. Colonel Brodhead and his troops were Fighting the Indians when they were forced to run for their lives due to outnumbering forces. During their ilight, they came to a creek that had many large, smooth rocks at its bottom. The soldiers, wearing heavy boots, were able to keep their footing and managed to cross the stream safely. The Indians, wearing smooth moccasins, slipped and fell on the rocks enabling the soldiers to escape. Historically, the Indians called the Bowing stream Wechachocha-pohka . which means a slippery rock. Thus the adjoining town also became known by this catchy name — SLIPPERY ROCK. This information may seem quite trivial. However, the point is that Slippery Rock exists as a town and university that serves some 6.500 students today. Many people still think of Slippery Rock University as a teacher training institution as it was back in 1889 when the University was founded. Since then, however, it has grown into a multi-faceted institution that offers study in more than 60 degree programs. Yes. There is a Slippery Rock University! Sounds amusing to some who find it hard to believe that a University by that name actually exists. Well, it docs and what occurs here is a pleasant kind of comaraderie felt by students, faculty and community alike. What Slippery Rock offers is an experience that is acquired through interaction, involvement and the inspiration to be yourself. It is the true spirit of living, growing, and maturing together as individuals seeking self-awareness and that special feeling that gives us the confidence for the years to come. Slippery Rock provides the environment for a catalytic growth that is apparent to all of us. The diversity of this institution is marked by constant addition of new academic programs enabling us to locate, choose and pursue our specific
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