History
An academy was founded on May 22, 1871, in Crete, Nebraska through the joint efforts of Thomas Doane, the chief civil engineer for the Burlington and Missouri River Railroad, and a local Congregational pastor. On July 11, 1872, Doane College opened its doors and preempted Crete Academy. In May of 2016, Doane changed its name from Doane College to Doane University.