Today In History- January 28

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Yale Daily News becomes the first daily, college newspaper in the United States.

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First college newspaper begins circulation.

28 Jan 1878 | New Haven, Connecticut

In a statement of freedom of speech, on Jan. 28, 1878, the Yale Daily News premiered, becoming the 1st college newspaper in the U.S.  The opinions of college students were now publicized, showing the growing influence of the younger generation in traditional society.

Created by This_Day_In_History 16 Jan 2008

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historylady

"Daily" is the operative word. The oldest college newspaper is "The Dartmouth" which premiered in 1799. http://thedartmouth.com/about/us

28 Jan 2010