Menlo College is a private college specializing in business and is located in Atherton, California.
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15 Facts About Menlo College
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Menlo College was founded in 1927 when the Menlo School for Boys grew to include a junior college.
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The Douglass family supported Menlo College in acquiring the newly vacant property, and plans were made to move the school to that area.
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Menlo College took deep interest in developing his students into business leaders and is considered by many to have epitomized the spirit of Menlo.
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That same year, Menlo completed construction of its largest college dormitory, holding 150 students.
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The “Campaign for Menlo College” set a $5 million goal to cover the costs of new athletic facilities, expand the library's collection, acquire new instructional equipment and increase the school's endowment.
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In 2007, Menlo College appointed Dr G Timothy Haight, former Dean of Business at California State University, Los Angeles, as its president.
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In 2009, Menlo College was reaccredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
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In 2021, Menlo College celebrated the 50th anniversary of the admittance of women.
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The Menlo College began construction on a new residence hall, slated to be completed by the fall of 2022.
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In 2014, Menlo College earned Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business accreditation.
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The Menlo College is accredited by the WASC Senior Menlo College and University Commission.
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Menlo College competes in 21 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's varsity sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, tennis, distance track, volleyball and wrestling; while women's varsity sports include basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, distance track, volleyball and wrestling; and co-ed sports include competitive cheer and dance, rowing, and weightlifting.
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From 2006 to 2010, Menlo College played in the Northwest Conference, an NCAA Division III athletic conference.
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From 2011 to 2014, Menlo College was an NAIA independent school.
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