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University of Denver

 Organization

Biography

The first reference to Colorado Seminary was in The Rocky Mountain News of November 27, 1862: “ a board of Trustees, composed of the solid men of Denver, has been organized to superintend the erection of a seminary building… for an academic education.”

Sources

Breck, "From the Rockies to the World"

Biography

University of Denver votes to adopt quarter system in 1929.

Sources

"University Adopts New Quarter Plan; Vote Unanimous," The Denver Clarion, vol. 34, no. 19, November 26, 1929, 1.

Biography

First year Hillel organization features full programming at DU

Citation:
Jan. 30, 1974, letter to faculty, U172._.0003, Hillel folder

Found in 573 Collections and/or Records:

Students in Costume at Centennial Halls (Frame 12), 1974 November 10

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0017.0001.00023.00002
Abstract

Black and white image of two students in vintage-style costumes, including a DU football uniform, standing in front of a blackboard inside Centennial Halls residence hall on the campus of the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado. Centennial Halls, often called ''Halls'', was built in 1961 and is an example of International Style architecture.

Dates: 1974 November 10

Students in Dorm Room in Centennial Halls (Frame 10), 1985 February 26

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0017.0001.00042.00001
Abstract

Black and white negative depicting students lounging and talking in their dorm room in Centennial Halls residence hall on the campus of the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado. Centennial Halls, often called ''Halls'', was built in 1961 and is an example of International Style architecture.

Dates: 1985 February 26

Students in front of Margery Reed Hall, circa 1970

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0129.0011.00001
Abstract

The image depicts seven unidentified students standing outside infront of the Margery Reed building. Behind the students is the Mary and Margery Reed Statue on the University of Denver Campus, in Denver Colorado, circa 1970.

Dates: circa 1970

Students in Johnson-McFarlane Hall

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0131.0025.00007
Abstract

Black and white print of a group of female students from the 3rd floor of Johnson-McFarlane residence hall at the University of Denver wearing jeans and T-shirts reading "I Lost It At J-MAC."

Dates: 1979-1986

Students in Snowball Fight in April 1986, 1986 April 3

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0130.0004.00003
Abstract

University of Denver students Jim Anzlover and Matt Hamilton throw snowballs in a snowball fight during an April blizzard at the University of Denver.

Dates: 1986 April 3

Students infront of the Mary and Margery Reed Statue, 1950

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0131.0005.00006
Abstract

The image depicts two unidentified freshman students outside the Margery Reed Building and standing infront of the Mary and Margery Reed statue, at the University of Denver, in 1950. One of the individuals is placing a hat on the other individual who is holding a pamphlet that reads: "Howdy Pinoeer! 1950."

Dates: 1950

Students Lounge Outside on the Campus of the University of Denver, 1956

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0131.0022.00007
Abstract

The image depicts multiple unidentified students sitting on the grass on campus at the University of Denver infront of the Carnegie Hall, in 1956. The Mary Reed Library tower can be seen in the background.

Dates: 1956

Students Moving In, 1960-1998

 File
Identifier: U201.01.0132.0020
Abstract

Black and white negatives, contact sheets, and prints related to students moving into residence halls at the University of Denver.

Dates: 1960-1998

Students Moving In, circa 1970

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0132.0020.00001
Abstract

The image depicts six unidentified individuals unloading suitcases from a Coloardo charter bus, affiliated with the University of Denver, circa 1970.

Dates: circa 1970

Students Moving In

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0132.0020.00002
Abstract

The image depicts a line of unidentified students checking in at a table for orientation, affiliated with the University of Denver, undated.

Dates: 1960-1998