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CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Wittenberg (City and University) (780 words) |
 | Wittenberg and the Electoral domain were given to the Albertine line, who retained it until it was transferred to Prussia in 1815. |
 | As the students were chiefly from Northern Germany the university was an important factor in the spread of Protestantism. |
 | Wittenberg was one of the first cities to accept Luther's doctrine. |
| Wittenberg University - College Closeup (1585 words) |
 | Wittenberg University strives to educate students by developing in harmony the intellectual, spiritual, aesthetic, social, and physical qualities that characterize broadly capable and effective leaders. |
 | WittenbergÂ’s 100-acre parklike campus is as functional as it is attractive, with beautiful rolling hills, lush green spaces, and numerous mature trees. |
 | Wittenberg faculty members are outstanding classroom instructors and true mentors who consider students their top priority and have a genuine interest in teaching undergraduates. |