Cornell History: It’s official: Cornell is founded April 27, 1865 April 27, 1865 New York State Gov. Reuben E. Fenton signs the Cornell University charter, signifying the founding of the university. Over the next two years, Morrill and White halls were built and faculty hired to prepare for the arrival of students in fall 1868.
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