Freemason Structure

Freemasons have been a prominent part of the history of the United States for generations. However, many people do not realize how prominent the Freemasonry and its principles relate to society and post-secondary education institutions. To fully understand how important the Freemasonry’s structure influences post-secondary education, one must know more about the history of the Freemasons. The Freemasons are thought to have been started as early as 1390, in the Middle Ages. The language and symbols used come from this time period and are found in the oldest Mason document. In 1717, records became more clear and detailed. Thirty years later, the Freemasonry had spread throughout Europe and into the American Colonies. In fact, many of the Founding Fathers were Freemasons, including Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and John Hancock. Over time, Freemasonry grew and continued to focus on and develop
There are three degrees for the starting point to become a mason: the Entered Apprentice, the Fellowcraft, and the Master Mason. The Master Mason is the highest degree in masonry. This setup is very similar to that of colleges and universities with degrees earned: the Bachelor’s degree, the Master’s degree, and a Doctorate (Masonic). The structure of the three degrees is closely related to that of the Freemasonry. Not only is the education important to the Freemasonry, the way post-secondary education institutions are structured mimics the Freemasonry.
The Freemasonry has been around for generations in the United States and Europe. It has had a major influence on education and educational institutions, creating the first public schools and providing tuition for those in need for college. The principles and structure of the Freemasons plays a large role in post-secondary education and the institutions known today would not be the same without the influence of the