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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 66 Collections and/or Records:

Photos from Life Magazine- On DU Campus, 1902-1986

 File
Identifier: M043.05.0008.0003
Scope and Contents From the Series:

The series of Oversize materials contains photographs, building and laboratory plans, Essie Cohn's awards and diplomas and brochure mock-ups for the Inter-University High Altitude Laboratory

Dates: 1902-1986

Rap Sheet, 1970

 Item
Identifier: U219.03.0005.0007.00001
Abstract

Two copies of a "rap sheet" briefly outlining a philosophy of the social contract.

Dates: 1970

Rap Sheet, 1970

 Item
Identifier: U219.03.0005.0007.00002
Abstract

Two copies of a "rap sheet" detailing considerations for striking students, including understanding their bargaining position.

Dates: 1970

Rap Sheet, 1970

 Item
Identifier: U219.03.0005.0007.00003
Abstract

"Rap Sheet" flier that contains assorted poems and quotations.

Dates: 1970

Rap Sheet #2, 1970

 Item
Identifier: U219.03.0005.0007.00004
Abstract

"Rap Sheet" flier featuring assorted poems, editorials, notes, etc.

Dates: 1970

The Hesperus, vol. 1, issue 2, 1886 June 1

 Item
Identifier: hesperus_v01i02_18860601
Abstract

This issue has pieces on being back to school and how the success of the university depends on the students, and articles on university sports such as football and baseball. It also talks about art and scientific inventions.

Dates: 1886 June 1

The Hesperus, vol. 3, issue 9, 1888 February 24

 Item
Identifier: hesperus_v03i09_18880224
Abstract

This issue tackles the subject of how the campus will be, as well as the government, the nation, and the death of one the editors. It also has a piece on beggars, freedom of speech, and labor.

Dates: 1888 February 24

The Hesperus, vol. 4, issue 10, 1889 June 1

 Item
Identifier: hesperus_v04i10_18890601
Abstract

This issue starts with a Baccalaureate Sermon by David H. Moore, the Chancellor, followed by philosophical pieces about unsatisfactory lives and how it was an epoch of discovery. It also includes a text in Latin, information about the Chamberlin Observatory, and a piece on choosing a profession.

Dates: 1889 June 1

The Hesperus, vol. 6, issue 1, 1891 September 15

 Item
Identifier: hesperus_v06i01_18910915
Abstract

This issue has information about the Y.M.C.A. convention, a piece on English being the universal language, and the values of literary societies. It also talks about how the success of men depends on the time spent in the university, and the organization in college classes.

Dates: 1891 September 15