Official Twitter of University of Jamestown, Jamestown, N.D. Your Success. Our Tradition. Established in 1883 as Jamestown College, University of Jamestown adheres to a curriculum of academic excellence and sound professional preparation while offering cocurricular opportunities and a commitment to the Christian faith. University of Jamestown is a community dedicated to the development of wholeness in our students. We adhere to a curriculum of academic excellence which balances the ideals of the liberal arts tradition and sound professional preparation. Our Christian tradition encourages an atmosphere of self-discipline, responsibility and concern for continuing growth of the individual.