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42-576: Nebraska State Normal School may refer to: Peru State College , Peru, Nebraska, known as Nebraska State Normal School, 1867–1921 University of Nebraska at Kearney , Kearney, Nebraska, known as Nebraska State Normal School at Kearney, 1905–1921 Wayne State College , Wayne, Nebraska, known as State Normal School, 1910–1921, and as State Normal School and Teacher's College, 1921–1949 Chadron State College , Chadron, Nebraska, known as Nebraska State Normal School, 1911–1921 [REDACTED] Topics referred to by

84-494: A community college. A competing bill, LB650, was introduced about the same time but with the intent of funding Peru State College $ 7 million for renovations. In 2003 rumors spread again about the possibility of closing Peru State College as part of a set of proposals to help save money in the Nebraska education system. Peru State College celebrated a record 472 graduates in 2007 with student enrollment ballooning even higher. Credit

126-535: A ferry house, the first residence in Nebraska City. In 1854 the Kansas–Nebraska Act allowed legal settlement in the regional area. Three townships were incorporated by settlers including Stephen Nuckolls , one of the fathers of Nebraska City. Nebraska City and Kearney City were incorporated in 1855, and South Nebraska City was incorporated in 1856. During those years, Nebraska City competed fiercely to become

168-504: A gradual slope from the river to the table land above) and good trail made it an important link to the west. Since that beginning, the city became established as a regional transportation, economic, and agriculture hub for the three state area. Additional forms of transportation were important, including the steam wagon and the first locomotive engine of the Midland Pacific . J. Sterling Morton came to Nebraska City in 1855 to edit

210-603: A parade, a classic car show, carnival rides, the AppleJack Fun Run/Walk, a quilt show, and craft shows and events all around the city and surrounding area. In 2011, a turnout of 40–50,000 visitors was expected. Nebraska City has a mayor-commission government system. Nebraska City is currently the only municipality in the State of Nebraska that has the commissioner form of government. The Nebraska City commissioner model does not utilize representatives from precinct divisions of

252-464: A skywalk known as the "Bobcat Walk". The Al Wheeler Activity Center (AWAC) has also been renovated. Other renovations are still planned. Three schools comprise Peru State College's academic offerings, providing baccalaureate and graduate degrees and certificates of achievement: School of Education, School of Arts and Sciences, and the School of Professional Studies. Peru State's small campus size provides for

294-496: A small student-faculty ratio. Arguably the largest academic program at Peru State College, and also its oldest, is the education department, under the School of Education. The original role of Peru State College was that of a normal school , training individuals to become the teachers in public and private elementary and secondary schools. Until the founding of the Nebraska State Normal School at Kearney, now known as

336-568: Is Arbor Lodge , home of the first Secretary of Agriculture of the United States, J. Sterling Morton , who promoted the planting of trees on the prairie for shade, fruit, and windbreaks. The National Arbor Day Foundation has its headquarters near his home in Nebraska City. Each year, the AppleJack Festival in Nebraska City takes place on the third weekend of September. The event has been held for over 40 years. It includes such events as

378-556: Is Peru State College's student newspaper, previously known as the Pedagogian , published five times per semester and funded by the publication fee paid by students and paid advertising. 40°28′30″N 95°43′57″W  /  40.47500°N 95.73250°W  / 40.47500; -95.73250 Nebraska City, Nebraska Nebraska City is a city in Nebraska and the county seat of Otoe County , Nebraska , United States. As of

420-479: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Peru State College The college is organized into three schools, each supporting a different set of majors , including a graduate program , plus an extensive online education program. Peru State College was originally incorporated under the name Mount Vernon School (sometimes reported as Mount Vernon Seminary or Mount Vernon College) on December 2, 1865, under

462-467: Is funded through the activity fee paid by all students. The Residence Hall Association also plans and arranges campus activities in conjunction with CAB. Peru State College provides two single-sex residence halls: Eliza C. Morgan Hall for women only, and W.N. Delzell Hall for men only. There is also a three-building co-educational residence hall complex called the Centennial Complex. Each building of

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504-463: Is in the 1st state legislative district, as of 2022 & is represented by state senator Julie Slama in the Nebraska Legislature . The first high school in Nebraska was established in Nebraska City in 1864. Nebraska City has a public and a Catholic school system. Nebraska City Public Schools offers K-12 education. The high school has an enrollment of about 445; its athletic teams are

546-583: Is the representative body for Peru State College students. Twenty-four (24) students comprise the Senate, with all positions eligible for election annually. The student representative to the Nebraska Board of Trustees is also considered a member of the Student Senate. Many campus activities are arranged and funded by the student-run Campus Activities Board, or CAB as it is known by Peru State College students. CAB

588-478: The Nebraska City News . Originally from Michigan , he and his wife Caroline were lovers of nature. Morton served as Secretary of Agriculture under President Grover Cleveland ’s administration and in 1872 he was instrumental in establishing the annual tree planting day, Arbor Day . Governor Robert Furnas of Nebraska issued the first Arbor Day Proclamation on March 31, 1874. The holiday is celebrated around

630-552: The 2020 census , the city population was 7,222. The Nebraska State Legislature has credited Nebraska City as being the oldest incorporated city in the state, as it was the first approved by a special act of the Nebraska Territorial Legislature in 1855. Nebraska City is home of Arbor Day , the Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Center (which focuses on the natural history achievements of

672-603: The Nebraska Territory capital. On December 31, 1857, these three town sites along with Prairie City joined, incorporating as present-day Nebraska City. Before the American Civil War , Nebraska City was noted as having the Territory's largest population of slaves. Many worked on the riverfront as laborers, involved with moving freight and luggage associated with steamboat traffic. By the mid-19th century, steamboats on

714-966: The University of Nebraska at Kearney , it was the only normal school in Nebraska. Peru's continued strong commitment to teacher education is also reflected in its accreditations and memberships. Peru State College receives accreditation from the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and is a member of the National Council for Teacher Education and the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. The School of Professional Studies houses Peru's Business Administration, Criminal Justice, and Psychology programs. The School of Arts and Sciences provides Peru's arts and sciences majors. Education endorsements are provided for education majors as well. Graduate programs offered are

756-664: The 1990 NAIA Division II National Championship, defeating Westminster (Pa.) 17–7. Tom Shea was named the 1990 NAIA Division II Coach of the Year. The football team competes on the Oak Bowl field, which was completed in 1901. Peru State College features many modern facilities and accommodations around campus, along with a variety of student organizations, which can be found in the Peru State College student handbook. The college does not have any fraternities or sororities. The Student Senate

798-574: The Centennial Complex is actually two residence halls: Nicholas and Pate, Mathews and Clayburn, Davidson and Palmer. The Mathews building is where the Honors College lives. Nicholas and Pate Halls are for upper-class students (Juniors and Seniors). W.N. Delzell Hall features the Gaming LLC, and Eliza C. Morgan Hall has the Wellness Community for residents to participate in. The Peru State Times

840-748: The Master of Science and graduate certificates in Education. One graduate certificate is offered in Organizational Development. The Peru State athletic teams are called the Bobcats. The college is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), primarily competing in the Heart of America Athletic Conference (HAAC) since the 2011–12 academic year. The Bobcats previously competed in

882-487: The Missouri River were the vitalizing force behind Nebraska City's growth, bringing commerce, people and freight to the west. In the spring of 1858 Russell, Majors and Waddell started freighting from Nebraska City on a government contract to transport all provisions for all western forts. The supplies were brought up the Missouri River by steamboat and then taken out by wagon train. Nebraska City's favorable position (with

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924-405: The average family size was 3.01. In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.8% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 19.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.0 males. As of 2000 the median income for a household in

966-404: The campus's long history in Nebraska. The T.J. Majors Building, which houses the School of Education and School of Professional Studies, is named in honor of Lt. Col. Thomas Jefferson Majors . The A.D. Majors building, which previously served as a residence hall, is named in honor of his nephew. It was demolished in 2008. These are the only two buildings on campus bearing the name of a person who

1008-409: The city was $ 34,952, and the median income for a family was $ 42,860. Males had a median income of $ 29,507 versus $ 19,859 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 16,969. About 6.3% of families and 9.3% of the population were below the poverty line , including 12.0% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over. Nebraska City is known as "The Home of Arbor Day ". In Nebraska City

1050-439: The city. The population density was 1,554.2 inhabitants per square mile (600.1/km ). There were 3,265 housing units at an average density of 696.2 units per square mile (268.8 units/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 91.5% White , 0.4% African American , 0.3% Native American , 0.7% Asian , 0.2% Pacific Islander , 5.3% from other races , and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.9% of

1092-579: The city. The commissioners are elected citywide; each has a specific departmental role. These roles are: Mayor-Commissioner of Public Affairs and Public Safety, Finance Commissioner, Parks and Recreation Commissioner, Public Works Commissioner, and Streets Commissioner. Current office holders are Mayor Bryan Bequette (through December 2024); Finance Commissioner Cole Sharp (December 2026); Parks and Recreation Commissioner Patrick Wehling (December 2024); Public Works Commissioner Ron Osovski (December 2024); and Streets Commissioner Joe Chaney (December 2026). The city

1134-444: The city. The population density was 1,633.6 inhabitants per square mile (630.7/km ). There were 3,154 housing units at an average density of 712.8 units per square mile (275.2 units/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 96.00% White , 0.37% African American , 0.30% Native American , 0.37% Asian , 0.07% Pacific Islander , 2.01% from other races , and 0.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.40% of

1176-592: The defunct Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference (MCAC) from 2000–01 to 2010–11. Peru State competes in 13 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports include baseball, basketball, bowling, cross country and football; while women's sports include basketball, bowling, cross country, golf, softball and volleyball; and co-ed sports include competitive cheer and competitive dance. The college also offers on-campus intramural athletics for student participation. Individual and team competitions are available for meets, leagues, and tournaments. The Peru State football team won

1218-668: The expedition), and the Mayhew Cabin , the only site in the state recognized by the National Park Service as a station on the Underground Railroad . Early European-American official exploration was reported in 1804 by Lewis and Clark as they journeyed west along the Missouri River . They encountered many of the historic Native American tribes whose ancestors had inhabited the territory for thousands of years. During

1260-521: The legislature concluded that moving the college would have been too costly, and lawmakers decided instead to pump millions of dollars into campus renovations with the understanding the college would work quickly to boost growth. In 1999 the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature introduced bill LB631, aimed at merging Chadron State College and Wayne State College into the University of Nebraska system , while turning Peru State College into

1302-531: The management of the Methodist Episcopal Church , after the need for a local institution was discussed November 11, 1865. The school was named after the community in which it was located, on a bluff above the Missouri. The town of Mount Vernon was supplanted by a community located at the base of the hill, whose original settlers came from Peru, Illinois . The Nebraska Territorial Legislature chartered

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1344-409: The population. There were 2,898 households, out of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.4% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and

1386-442: The population. There were 2,960 households, of which 30.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.1% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.9% were non-families. 31.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size

1428-496: The same term This disambiguation page lists articles about schools, colleges, or other educational institutions which are associated with the same title. If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Nebraska_State_Normal_School&oldid=703514131 " Category : Educational institution disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description

1470-454: The school on February 12, 1866, under the name Peru Seminary and College . The executive committee of the school deeded the grounds to the State of Nebraska in June 1867, making it the first state-supported college in Nebraska on June 20, 1867, with the first classes held on October 24, 1867. The name was also changed to Nebraska State Normal School . This is also considered the official date of

1512-661: The school's establishment. The name changed several times in the early to mid 20th century, becoming Nebraska State Teachers College at Peru in 1921, in 1949 Peru State Teachers College , and then the present name of Peru State College in 1963. During World War II , the Peru campus of the Nebraska State Teachers College hosted a unit of the US Navy V-12 officer training program , which served as an alternative military route for college students who were drafted during

1554-617: The war. The State of Nebraska established the Nebraska State College System by statute in 1978, and Peru State College was placed by statute under the control of the new governmental body at the same time. In 1998 the Nebraska State College System evaluated the possibility of closing Peru State College, or moving its campus to another location, among other options, and voted unanimously in 1999 to move Peru State to nearby Nebraska City, Nebraska . However,

1596-512: The world. Nebraska City has its own hospital, St Marys Hospital. As the county seat, it has the courthouse and associated county offices . Nebraska City is located on the western bank of the Missouri River . According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 4.69 square miles (12.15 km ), all land. As of the census of 2010, there were 7,289 people, 2,960 households, and 1,867 families residing in

1638-489: The years of early pioneer settlement, in 1846 the US Army built Old Fort Kearny at Nebraska City. Several years later, the army abandoned it to relocate the fort to central Nebraska, now south of present-day Kearney . Shortly after the post was vacated, John Boulware developed an important river-crossing and ferry service from Iowa to present-day Nebraska City. He and his father expanded their business and in 1852 or 1853 built

1680-435: Was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.97. The median age in the city was 40.9 years. 24.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22% were from 25 to 44; 26.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.3% male and 52.7% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 7,228 people, 2,898 households, and 1,872 families residing in

1722-408: Was given largely to its online education programs, which funded about 30 percent of campus initiatives. The 104-acre (42 ha) Peru State College campus is a prominent feature of the small city of Peru, Nebraska, located approximately 11 miles (18 km) northeast of nearby Auburn, NE , and approximately 70 miles (110 km) South of Omaha, NE . The names of several of the buildings reflect

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1764-545: Was never employed by the college. T.J. and A.D. Majors served on the state normal board. In more recent years, Peru State College underwent massive renovations. These included renovations on the Eliza Morgan women's-only residence hall, providing for more modern amenities for residents. The buildings that previously served as the library and gymnasium were renovated and converted into a modernized library and an Academic Resource Center (ARC). The two buildings are also connected by

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