Overview
Lehigh University is a private research university on a hillside above South Bethlehem, known for engineering and business.
History
Industrialist Asa Packer founded Lehigh in 1865.
Today
The university is a major Bethlehem employer, with campus security needs.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.