1930s

1930

• Degree-granting power extended to include B.S. with specifications.
• Acquisition of Botolph Building from the Boston YMCA.
• Acquisition of Huntington Field in Brookline.

1933

• First year of football as a varsity sport.

1934

• Dramatic Club formed (later renamed The Silver Masque).

1935

• Northeastern University Corporation established, making the university independent from the YMCA.
• The College of Liberal Arts opens.
• College of Engineering accredited by the University of the State of New York.

1937

• The Academy, honor society of the College of Liberal Arts, organized.

1938

• Richards Hall, the first building constucted by the University, completed.