Yale
The origin and history of Yale.
Etymology
The university takes its name from Elihu Yale, an early benefactor; the mythical beast's name comes independently from Welsh iâl ("clearing, upland pasture").
The origin and history of Yale.
The university takes its name from Elihu Yale, an early benefactor; the mythical beast's name comes independently from Welsh iâl ("clearing, upland pasture").
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