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New York Times

Scenes From an Unusual College in the High Desert

By Mike McPhate

June 8, 2017

Tucked in the high desert near Death Valley, a tiny all-male college has been preparing the leaders of tomorrow for 100 years.

Founded in 1917, the college, Deep Springs, was envisioned as a training ground for lives of service that would emphasize both academics and physical labor.

The student body of 25 or so young men is expected to help out on the college’s cattle ranch and farm as part of a two-year liberal arts program. Many then go on to complete their degrees at Ivy League universities. Read More