Taylor University - Ilium / Gem Yearbook (Upland, IN)

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1900 Never in the world ' s history has so much been accomplished by so few in such a short time. Taylor has accepted the chal- lenge and is making forward strides. With the prayers of faithful Christians and the help of an Omnipotent God, our univer- sity is marching forward to triumph in modern education and spiritual growth through PROGRESS! 1923 1928 1902 1911 1916 1923

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1970 1958 Taylor University was organized in 1846 in Fort Wayne, Indiana and was called the Fort Wayne Female College. The name of Taylor University was endowed upon this college in 1890, in honor of the missionary bishop, William Taylor, called by the his- torian Hurst, the modern St. Paul. Upland, Indiana became the site of this University in 1893 and since then we find that progess is the word of the century. 1957

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Dr. Burt W. Ayres One of Taylor ' s most celebrated alumnus was transferred to his eternal home January 26, 1958. Dr. Ayres, one of Taylor ' s most beloved faculty members and a great spiritual giant, joined the school in a teaching role in 1896. Since then he has guided the alma mater to achieving her goals. His testimony and long record of service to God and to Taylor will live in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.