Carthage College is a private liberal arts college in the United States with a profound historical heritage and unique educational characteristics. The following is a detailed introduction to it:

Historical background:

The college was founded in 1847 and was not originally located at its current location. Its development process is relatively tortuous, and the school has moved its location many times. It was first founded by Lutheran education pioneers in the small town of Hillsboro, Illinois. It used to be called "Literary and Theological Institute of the Far West Lutheran Church" and "Luther College". In 1870, it moved to Carthage, a midwestern city in Illinois, and was officially renamed Carthage College. Later, after years of development and exploration, it moved to its current location in Kenosha, Wisconsin in 1962.

Geographic location:

Located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, USA, it is located between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with convenient transportation and close to Lake Michigan. The campus is surrounded by a beautiful environment with more than 80 acres of woodland, providing students with a good learning and living environment.

Academic situation:

Professional settings: Provides professional bachelor's degrees in more than 40 disciplines and a master's degree in education. The majors cover a variety of fields such as humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and business, such as computer science, biology, history, business administration, and education, which can meet the academic interests and career development needs of different students.

Teaching quality: Small class teaching mode is adopted, focusing on cultivating students' critical thinking, innovation and practical ability. The professors are experienced in teaching and can give students full attention and guidance to help students make academic progress.

Campus facilities:

Library: In 2001, the Hedberg Library opened adjacent to the HF Johnson Art Center. The library won the Wisconsin Annual Book Library Award in 2004.

Sports facilities: The Sports Education Center was rebuilt in 2009 and renamed Tarble Arena. In the fall of 2011, the WF Seidemann Natatorium opened.

Student Center: In April 2012, the Student Center officially opened and was named Campbell Student Union in honor of retired President F. Gregory Campbell and his wife Barbara, who worked for Carthage for 25 years.

Dormitories: Oaks, built in 2012, is a new student residential area overlooking Lake Michigan, and each dormitory is a private accommodation room. In the fall of 2015, a new science center was built in the newly renovated David A. Straz Jr. Center for Natural and Social Sciences, which includes a planetarium, new science laboratories, classrooms, faculty offices, student gathering and exhibition space, etc.

Campus Culture:

Characteristic Traditions: There are some historical and distinctive signs on campus, such as the "Old Main Bell", which has been an important symbol of the college for decades. Students will ring the bell after winning sports events; "Kissing Rock" has been a part of Carthage College since 1913. Students can paint on the rock to promote organizations, activities, etc. It has become a multi-faceted symbol of campus spirit.

Holiday Events: Since 1974, a grand Christmas Music Festival has been held in early December every year. This is one of the largest events of the year, highlighting performances by student vocal and instrumental ensembles and drama students.

Sports: About one-third of Carthage students participate in intercollegiate athletics, and another one-third participate in many intramural and club sports, including men's bowling, women's bowling, and men's curling and ice hockey. The school's baseball team has excellent results and has won honors such as division championships many times since 1990.

International Exchange: The school actively cooperates and exchanges with colleges and universities in other countries, providing students with opportunities for overseas study and exchange, helping students broaden their international horizons and enhance their cross-cultural communication skills.

In general, Carthage College is a college that focuses on academics, pays attention to the comprehensive development of students, and has a unique campus culture. It has a certain influence among liberal arts colleges in the United States.