Davidson College

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We can attribute most of the growth of the town to Davidson College which was established in 1837. In fact, for many years the name of the town was Davidson College, before being changed to just Davidson.

Originally, the school was built to prepare young men for becoming Presbyterian ministers. Today the liberal arts school is known for much more, yet the Presbyterian traditions are still reflected in the Honor Code: the students’ commitment to refrain from lying, stealing, and cheating.

However, now the College is known for much more such as

- The romantic old well, where reportedly couples who kiss at the well can expect to get married, which is not a far-fetched idea considering that 40 percent of students become married to other Davidson students,

- Alumni Steph Curry, one of the greatest NBA shooters of all time,

- the Davidson Trust Financial aid program, which claims to meet 100% of students' financial needs.

Continue on the Main Street sidewalk in the direction of the college.

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