---
title: 'Discipline in American Colleges'
type: pdf
hasMedia: true
requiresPurchase: false
authors:
- 'James McCosh'
date: 1878-05-01
collection: 'Archives'
subcollection: '19th century'
topics:
- 'Education'
- 'Character and Conduct of Life'
scriptures:
- 'Proverbs 22'
- 'Hebrews 12'
- 'Matthew 22'
url: https://confessional.org/archives/19th-century/mccosh-1878-discipline-in-american-colleges
---

# Discipline in American Colleges

Examines discipline in American colleges, comparing German, English, Scottish and Irish models. Argues for balanced moral and religious oversight by faculties rather than harsh or lax measures.

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