Message from The President
Approaching 100 years since Edith Lesley's founding, we look anew at a rich history of preparing men and women for careers that make a positive difference in the world. We explore and celebrate the impacts of our graduates on schools and communities world-wide, look back at an institution that has continually evolved to serve unmet needs in education.
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Lesley History
The year was 1909; the day, Wednesday, September 18; the time, nine in the morning in the living room of Miss Edith Lesley's home; the place, 29 Everett Street in Cambridge (Massachusetts).
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Alumni Stories
Every Lesley alumni has a unique story, from our first enrolled student who taught Kindergarten at a settlement house, to the first men to graduate from Lesley College in May '09. Read how Lesley alumni have made a difference in people's lives. Listen to alumni and faculty share their personal stories and professional philosophies. Most importantly, share your Lesley experience and help us reach our goal of publishing 100 profiles to celebrate our 100 years.
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We are actively planning many events and activities for our Centennial Celebration. The list below reflects only those events that have been finalized thus far, so please visit this page regularly for event updates.
August 12Expressive Therapies Alumni Event, on campus, as part of International Expressive Therapies Conference
August 30Lesley Day at Tanglewood, featuring James Taylor
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