About this school:Lewis College of BusinessDetroit, Michigan, United States
'' Lewis Business College was founded at the beginning of the Great Depression in 1928 by Violet T. Lewis, a double minority—an African-American female. Dr. Lewis was possessed with the idea of providing education at the post- secondary level in office occupations, for African-American young adults in Indianapolis, Indiana. Due to the segregation laws at that time, the private and public post-secondary schools in Indiana did not accept African-American students.
Lewis Business College, later reorganized as Lewis College of Business, not only offered an educational experience to those seeking training; but, also Lewis Business College felt the commitment and responsibility to financially assist those students who desired an education but lacked the financial resources.
Lewis Business College was incorporated in 1941 by the Michigan Corporation and Securities Commission, with the cumbersome name of Lewis Association for the Study and Practical Application of Business and Commercial Science. The first Board of Directors consisted of Horace A. White, Board Chairman, Carlton Gaines, Eugie West, Louis Harrison, Beatrice Preston, Violet Lewis, Secretary/Treasurer, and Albert Chenault. Dr. White served as the Chairman of the Board until his death in 1958.
In 1958, Lyman Burris, president of a Detroit accounting firm, was elected as Board Chair, and he served until 1962. Following the death of Mr. Burris, Ms. Phyllis Ponders, daughter of the school’s founder, was elected as the Chairperson of the Board and served in that capacity until 1978.
Dr. Marjorie Harris was elected to the office of president in 1968. During Dr. Harris’s administration, the Board of Directors and the school administration set for themselves the task of accomplishing one of the Institution’s long-range objectives of achieving junior college status.
The movement for regional accreditation started in 1975, and Lewis College of Business received accreditation from the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) in 1978 as a junior college. The College’s accreditation status was reaffirmed in 1982 and 1987, 1990, 1995 and 2001.
The Plan of Merger for Lewis Business College and Lewis College of Business was submitted to, and approved by, the Michigan Corporation and Securities Commission. The final objective in the establishment of the College was achieved April 1978, by the merger of Lewis Business College with Lewis College of Business, the collegiate entity.
Lewis College of Business was designated as a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in 1987. This designation was granted by the United States Secretary of Education. As such, Lewis College of Business is the only Historically Black College in Michigan. Lewis joined Cheyney State University, and Lincoln University, Pennsylvania; Wilberforce University and Central State University Ohio; and Central State University, Ohio; as one of the HBCU’s in the northern region of the United States.
The State of Michigan has recognized the historical significance of the College. In September 1988 the Michigan Historical Commission erected a Michigan historical marker at the first permanent site of the College at John R and Ferry streets in Detroit, Michigan.
Today, Lewis College of Business offers educational preparation in Liberal Arts and three career areas: Business Administration, Computer Information Systems and Office Information Systems. The academic programs at Lewis have traditionally combined theoretical and practical methods of instruction.
During the past 70 years, over 2,500 students have graduated from Lewis College of Business, and close to 27,000 students have attended this institution. Upon graduation, the majority of the alumni immediately enter into the world of work, while others continue their education. Lewis College of Business has always impressed upon its students the value of continued growth through education. The acceptance of ...''
Official website:
http://www.lewiscollege.edu/
Contact:Tel.: 313-862-6300
17370 Meyers, Detroit Michigan 48235 USA
Jobs & Resumes: Detroit
Houses & Roommates: Detroit
Training courses offered at Lewis College of Business:
Spanish
Desktop Publishing
Psychology
Applied Logic and Critical Thinking
Music Appreciation
Medical Coding (Billing)
CPR/ First Aid
Clinical Assisting
Pharmacology
Administrative Medical Assisting
Technical and Professional Writing
English
CompTIA Network+ Certification
Visual Basic
Java Programming
Web Design
C++ Advanced Programming
C++ Programming
COBOL
Microsoft Access
Microsoft PowerPoint Application
Microsoft Outlook Application
Microsoft Excel Application
Microsoft Word Application
CompTIA A+ Certification
Small Business Management
Business Law
Retailing Management
Salesmanship
Human Resources
Hospitality Operations
Personal Finance
Customer Service
Hospitality Marketing
Hospitality Services
Cost Accounting
Computerized Accounting
Accounting
MOS Certification
Computer Programming
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