Modern Languages 2nd Floor - Room 35, Dr. Lodeman.

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Title
Modern Languages 2nd Floor - Room 35, Dr. Lodeman.
Description
This image depicts a Modern Languages course being taught by the head of the German and French Languages Department, Dr. August Lodeman. Lodeman was a German immigrant who came to the US in 1867 and he joined the Michigan State Normal School faculty in 1872 after having obtained American citizenship. Regarding his comprehension of languages, Lodeman was noted to have few equals and was considered to be at the front of the ranks in his profession.
Publisher
Gibson Studio
Subject
Black-and-white photography, Women, Professor, College students, Learning
Location
Michigan State Normal School, Ypsilanti, MI