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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 263 Collections and/or Records:

Pritchard, Ross, between 1984-1989

 File
Identifier: U201.03.0011.0028
Abstract

Black and white print of portrait of University of Denver Chancellor Ross Pritchard.

Dates: between 1984-1989

Pritchard, Ross - Photos, 1978-1983

 File
Identifier: U201.02.0140.0038
Abstract Images of University of Denver Chancellor Ross Pritchard: 14 black and white prints; including Pritchard with William Coors at construction site of new law building; with Melvin Calvin and Walter Koch at groundbreaking of Seeley Mudd building; speaking at a business executives' symposium; with Jeanette King and Rose Dodelzak; and with Frank Ricketson. 2 sets of black and white negatives with contact sheets. 8 sets of black and white negatives without contact sheets; including Pritchard with...
Dates: 1978-1983

Program for The University of Denver Baccalaureate Service, June 2, 1972, 1972 June 2

 Item
Identifier: U138.0003.0013.00001
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver Baccalaureate Service for the Graduating Class of 1972, four o'clock Friday, June 2, 1972 at the Buchtel Memorial Chapel. Baccalaureate address was delivered by Dr. Maurice B. Mitchell, Chancellor of the University of Denver.

Dates: 1972 June 2

Program for The University of Denver Baccalaureate Service, June 4, 1971, 1971 June 4

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Identifier: U138.0003.0013.00003
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver Baccalaureate Service for the Graduating Class of 1971, eight o'clock Friday, June 4, 1971, at the Quadrangle of Margery Reed Hall.The baccalaureate address delivered by John Wesley Rice, Assistant Dean, College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Denver, an ordained Presbyterian Minister.

Dates: 1971 June 4

Program from The University of Denver Baccalaureate Service, June 5, 1970, 1970 June 5

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Identifier: U138.0003.0013.00002
Abstract

The University of Denver Baccalaureate Service program for thegGraduating class of 1970, eight o'clock Friday, June 5, 1970, at the Quadrangle of Margery Reed Hall. The baccalaureate address delivered by Dr. Maurice B. Mitchell, Chancellor of the University of Denver.

Dates: 1970 June 5

Program of the Inaugural and Commencement Ceremonies University of Denver August 18, 1978, 1978 August 18

 Item
Identifier: U138.0004.0013.00001
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver Inaugural ceremony for the charge and investiture of Ross Pritchard as the Fourteenth Chancellor of the University of Denver as well as for the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral commencement ceremony, August 18, 1978. Honorary degree recipient: Allan O. Pfnister, Doctor of Laws, former executive vice chancellor and acting chancellor of the University of Denver. Remarks by: Ross Pritchard, Chancellor of the University.

Dates: 1978 August 18

Religion - Activities Methodists Youth Conference photo, 1955-1957

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Identifier: U201.01.0095.0007
Abstract

Black and white prints relating to Methodist youth conferences at the University of Denver.

Dates: 1955-1957

Ritchie, Dan - Photos - Portraits, 1985-1999

 File
Identifier: U201.02.0141.0005
Abstract

Portraits of University of Denver Chancellor Daniel L. Ritchie: 5 medium-format black and white negatives 36 black and white prints 2 color prints 9 sets of black and white negatives with contact sheets 1 sets of color negatives with contact sheets 1 set of black and white negatives without contact sheet

Dates: 1985-1999

Ritchie, Daniel, 1987-1997

 File
Identifier: U201.02.0141.0001
Abstract 74 black and white prints of University of Denver Chancellor Daniel L. Ritchie. Images include Ritchie in chef's hat, serving food at holiday party; with trustee Marion Hurwitz; with Colorado Gov. Roy Romer, announcing the Colorado delegation to the Volunteer Summit; speaking to a Rotary Club meeting; speaking at a ceremony in front of University Hall; with former chancellors Chester Alter and Dwight Smith; skiing with students; with Jack McDonald and Jeff McMorris at the dedication of the...
Dates: 1987-1997

Ritchie, Daniel 2, 1986-2000

 File
Identifier: U201.02.0141.0004
Abstract Images of University of Denver Chancellor Daniel L. Ritchie: 14 color prints, including Ritchie speaking at various events; with schoolchildren; horseback riding at his ranch; portrait of Ritchie; wearing the Chancellor's red vest; and at ceremony on the steps of University Hall. 20 black and white prints, including Ritchie at news conference announcing his $15 million donation to DU in 1994; speaking at Convocation; in front of the Ritchie Center; at groundbreaking ceremony for Facilities...
Dates: 1986-2000