North Central College may be considering a major identity change: a transition from “college” to “University.”
The possibility comes as the Naperville institution continues to expand its academic and campus offerings, including graduate programs, a new dining hall and other modern amenities. College leaders say a name change could increase the institution’s visibility, strengthen recruitment and better reflect its growth.
North Central has used its current name since 1926. The institution changed its name from North-Western College in an effort to distinguish itself from Northwestern University. Its history dates back further to 1861, when it was founded as Plainfield College…