Morris Brown College was established on October 15, 1885 when students and teachers met in a crude wooden structure in Atlanta, Georgia. This was the first educational institution in Georgia under the sole support of African Americans. It was named...
In 1896, Dr. Melden was appointed as President of the university. His administration came to an end with his resignation being tendered to the Board of Trustees at its meeting on May 12, 1896.
