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Iliff School of Theology

 Organization

Biography

First found in 1891 catalogue.

Biography

Iliff School of Theology built and opened – part of the University of Denver in 1892.

Sources

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.85); Board of Trustees Minutes – Volume E: Page. 269.

Biography

Iliff School of Theology cornerstone laid in June 8, 1892.

Sources

Board of Trustees Minutes – Volume E: Page 168.

Biography

8 schools Recognized: Liberal Arts, Medicine, Theology, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Fine Arts, Music in 1895.

Sources

University Bulletin, Vol.1, No. 1, July 1895.

Biography

Iliff School of Theology separates from University of Denver in 1897.

Sources

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.85).

Biography

Iliff school of Theology closes temporarily in 1900.

Sources

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.85).

Biography

Iliff School reopens as a separate institution under private ownership in 1910.

Sources

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.85).

Found in 67 Collections and/or Records:

Iliff School of Theology, between 1892-1950

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0019.0011.00001
Abstract

Exterior view of the main Iliff School of Theology building in Denver, Colorado. The building was designed and built in the Richardsonian Romanesque style by New York architecture firm Fuller and Wheeler. The Iliff School of Theology was founded as part of the University of Denver (DU), but after a brief closing, reopened in 1910 as a separate institution. A circular flowerbed and bare trees are visible in the foreground.

Dates: between 1892-1950

Iliff School of Theology – Dr. S. Jameson Jones, Jr., Pres., 1972-1977

 File
Identifier: M028.02.0008.0007
Abstract

Types of Materials: Correspondence

Dates: 1972-1977

Iliff School of Theology Records

 Collection
Identifier: U047
Abstract

Collection contains two books circa 1893-94 titled, Studies In the English Bible and Studies in St. Paul's Epistle , newspaper clippings, publications and correspondence from the Iliff School of Theology.

Dates: Other: Date Not Yet Determined

Manuel Laderman for Colorado Reflections, 1983

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Identifier: couda-laderman
Abstract Rabbi Manuel Laderman reflects on his move from Chicago, Illinois to Denver in 1932, after being ordained as an orthodox Rabbi. Laderman came to serve as Rabbi at the Hebrew Educational Alliance. Discusses the history of the Denver Jewish community, earning his PhD at Iliff School of Theology, experiencing anti-semitism and the Klu Klux Klan in Denver, WWII, and his participation in the National Conference of Christians and Jews (now known as the National Conference for Community and...
Dates: 1983

Oral History Interview with Mrs. Leone Steen, 1986

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Identifier: M054.01.0002.00014
Abstract

Mrs. Leone Steen relates details about the University Park area of Denver, Colorado, and the changes that took place since she moved to the neighborhood in 1946. She discusses the local schools and churches, the gradual shift of her neighbors from being home owners to renters, the types of retail establishments that were located in University Park, and the recreational opportunities in the area.

Dates: 1986

Photograph of DU showing Science Hall, Buchtel Chapel, University Hall and Iliff

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0419.00001
Abstract

Photograph by George Carlson of DU showing Science Hall, Buchtel Chapel, University Hall and Iliff. Credited to Denver Public Library Western History Dept. Framed double matted and under glass.

Dates: 1793-2009

Statement from Iliff Community, 1970 May 15

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Identifier: U219.03.0004.0017.00003
Abstract

Statement from Iliff community counseling dialogue on the issues inspiring Woodstock West.

Dates: 1970 May 15

Tenth Annual Commencement of the College of Liberal Arts and the First of the Iliff School of Theology, 1893 June 7

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Identifier: U138.0001.0002.00005
Abstract

The program from the tenth annual commencement of the College of Liberal Arts and the first of the Illif School of Theology of the University of Denver on June 7th, 1893 at Trinity M.E. Church.

Dates: 1893 June 7

The Denver Clarion, vol. 33, issue 59, 1957 June 7

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v033i59_19570607
Abstract

June Graduates to Receive Awards at Commencement. Chancellor Alter to Talk at Traditional Vespers. Ground Breaking Fete Launches $1,700,000 Dormitory Construction – Architectural Dream. Iliff Grants Graduate Degrees to 30 Students. Spring Foothills Ready.

Dates: 1957 June 7

The Denver Clarion, vol. 73, issue 33, 1969 January 15

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v073i33_19690115
Abstract

Rosenthal elected to head Senate. Stop Hickel attempt formed. Iliff School of Theology seminars highlight annual Lecture Week. Mitchell announces new assistant. Staff sorry for omission.

Dates: 1969 January 15