Stetson University

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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1. When was Stetson University built?1883
2. How big is Stetson University?175 acres
3. What is the location?DeLand, Florida, United States
4. What is the original name?DeLand Academy
5. When did Stetson University first open?Stetson University began in 1883 as DeLand Academy, before Florida became a state.
6. Why was the school renamed after John B. Stetson?It was renamed to honor the famous hat maker, giving the school a new identity linked to a well-known American entrepreneur.

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