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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 87 Collections and/or Records:

University of Denver Football Information, 1947, 1947

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00046
Abstract 1947 University of Denver football typed publicity pamphlet. Contains brief history of the University of Denver, overview of position players, roster, thumbnail sketches of coaches, feature material on the individual players called ''pioneer cuff notes'', 1946 records and 1947 schedules of opponents, lifetime record with 1947 opponents, 1947-1948 basketball schedule, pertinent information on University of Denver: location, team nicknames, stadium, radio stations broadcasting games. Page 22,...
Dates: 1947

University of Denver, Football Information, 1956, Press - Radio - Television, 1956

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00051
Abstract University of Denver Football press book. Contains the University of Denver's 1956 varsity and freshman football season schedules, 1955 varsity and freshman results, brief biographies of DU coaching staff, 1956 schedule of games listed by opponent and including DU's past record with opponent, 1956 University of Denver Football Roster, player sketches, list of lettermen returning and not returning, name pronunciation guide, press and radio information. Cover and page 1 are embossed with...
Dates: 1956

University of Denver, Football Information, 1956, Press - Radio - Television, 1956

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00052
Abstract University of Denver Football press book. Contains the University of Denver's 1956 varsity and freshman football season schedules, 1955 varsity and freshman results, brief biographies of DU coaching staff, 1956 schedule of games listed by opponent and including DU's past record with opponent, 1956 University of Denver Football Roster, player sketches, list of lettermen returning and not returning, name pronunciation guide, press and radio information. Cover stamped: University of Denver...
Dates: 1956

University of Denver, Football Information, 1957, Press - Radio - Television, 1957

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00053
Abstract University of Denver Football press book. Contains the University of Denver's 1957 varsity and freshman football season schedules, 1956 varsity and freshman results, brief biographies of DU coaching staff, 1957 schedule of games listed by opponent and including DU's past record with opponent, 1957 University of Denver Football Roster, player sketches, list of lettermen returning and not returning, name pronunciation guide, press and radio information. Cover stamped: University of Denver...
Dates: 1957

University of Denver Football Players Sal Cesario and Jack Work, 1958

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Identifier: U300.01.0011.00086.00002
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers football players Sal Cesario (78) practices lead blocking with his shoulders squared and his head down as Jack Work (24) runs behind him with the ball in his hand.

Dates: 1958

University of Denver Football Practice with Coach John Roning, between 1956-1960

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Identifier: U300.01.0011.00082
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers football players lift their legs as head coach John Roning inspects their cleats during practice in the University of Denver Stadium.

Dates: between 1956-1960

University of Denver Guest Football Coaches, between 1950-1955

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Identifier: U300.01.0011.00132
Abstract

Two University of Denver (DU) Pioneers guest coaches hold up a clipboard and confer in front of a sign that reads: ''Winningest Coaches (Pct.): Carberry: 1.000 (1-0), Wilkinson: .901, Tatum: .800, Blaik: .794.'' Jack Carberry, sports editor of the Denver Post newspaper, stands on the left.

Dates: between 1950-1955

University of Denver Men's Football Coaches, between 1955-1960

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Identifier: U300.01.0011.00122
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football coaches measure the height of the grass on the field. One coach kneels on one knee while the other lays flat on his stomach.

Dates: between 1955-1960

University of Denver Men's Football Game, 1960

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Identifier: U300.01.0011.00136
Abstract

1960 University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football team offensive unit in formation prior to snapping the ball with the opposing defense waiting. Quarterback Ramiro Escandon (14) can be seen under center with half back Bill Hammons (23) behind him to his right. Right end John Hayhurst (80) is also visible in the game at the University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado.

Dates: 1960

University of Denver Men's Football Player Fred Mahaffey with Coach Bob Blackman and Chancellor Chester Alter, 1953 November

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Identifier: U300.01.0011.00138
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football player Fred Mahaffey stands between University of Denver Chancellor Chester Alter (left) and head coach Bob Blackman.

Dates: 1953 November