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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 30 Collections and/or Records:

1956 University of Denver Men's Football Team, 1956

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0011.00134
Abstract

1956 University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football team poses in an offensive formation for a group portrait. Front line from left to right: right end Ernie Pitts, right tackle Ralph Meyer, right guard Bob Huber, center Bob Garrard, left guard Jerry Nawrocki, left tackle Nick Angele, and left end Joe Strasser. Back line: right half Johnny Wilson (22), full back Dick Gupton (31), and left half George Colbert (21). Al Yanowich is under center at quarterback.

Dates: 1956

1956 University of Denver Men's Freshman Football Team, 1956

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Identifier: U300.01.0010.00354
Abstract

1956 University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's freshman football team poses in an offensive formation for a group photograph. From left to right: Charles Mulliner (20), Leo Guest (33), and Paul Collins (40) can be seen in the backfield behind the offensive line and quarterback Ron Black (18) can be seen under center.

Dates: 1956

1956 University of Denver Men's Freshman Football Team, 1956

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Identifier: U300.01.0010.00364
Abstract 1956 University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football freshman team pose for a team photograph in the bleachers. Front row: Lowell Brady, Richard Buck, Frank Rendy, Leon Hilderman, Bob Fisher, Barnard Houston, Bob Sands, Tim Barrett, Leo Guest, and assistant coach Jay Schnitker. Row two: Jack Work, Paul Collins, Doug Hancock, John Colinsky, John Dertinger, Ceasar Duso, Jim Dolin, Jerry Dillon, Ron Black, and coach Dale Hardy. Row three: Lou Pirilli, Tom Sutton, Chuck Peters, Al Brenen, Dick...
Dates: 1956

1957 University of Denver Men's Freshman Football Team, 1957

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Identifier: U300.01.0010.00368
Abstract

1957 University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's freshman football team pose for a team photograph in the grass in an offensive formation while in uniform. Back row on the far right Lloyd Logan (41) is seen in the backfield.

Dates: 1957

Champions Colo. & Rocky Mt Region 1908, 1908

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Identifier: U300.01.0002.00166.00001
Abstract

The 1908 University of Denver football team poses for a group portrait outdoors. The caption reads: ''Champions Colo. and Rocky Mtn Region 1908.'' Bottom row (left to right): Large, William Edward Foley, Herbert, Taylor, and Murry. Middle row: Skidmore, Hutzel, Henning, Crowley, Brusse (captain), Russ, and Andrews (manager). Back row: John P. Koehler (coach), Schroder, Pruter, Wingender, Meyer, Lieber, and Volk. Copy negative from a halftone photo mechanical print.

Dates: 1908

Football Team in Hollywood on Way to Hawaii with Movie Star, between 1935-1940

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Identifier: U300.01.0002.00036
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football team poses for a group portrait at Paramount Pictures in Hollywood, California with actress Dorothy Lamour en route to Hawaii. Coach William ''Navy Bill'' Saunders and Ed Haynes are both pictured.

Dates: between 1935-1940

Skyline Football 1961 Grid Record-Roster Book and basketball Record Book, 1961

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Identifier: U300.05.0411.00001
Abstract

1961 Skyline Football Conference information guide featuring conference records, standings and awards from the previous year, individual team football rosters, coaching staffs, and school information, and conference basketball records.

Dates: 1961

The Football Team, 1906

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Identifier: U300.01.0002.00035
Abstract

The 1906 University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football team poses for a group portrait on a wooden floor in front of a curtain. Managers Ralph W. Smith (third row far left) and J. Milo Tait (second row far right) are pictured in suits. Captain Robert Harmon is pictured in the second row, second from the left. Coach John Koehler pictured in third row center. Reproduced in the 1908 Kynewisbok, volume10, page 97.

Dates: 1906

University of Denver Cheerleaders and Men's Football Team, between 1930-1940

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Identifier: U300.01.0004.00118
Abstract

Set of two photographic negatives of University of Denver Pioneer cheerleaders and men's football team.

Dates: between 1930-1940

University of Denver Football Team, Coaches, and Supporters, 1934 December 12

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Identifier: U300.01.0002.00250
Abstract University of Denver (DU) Pioneers football team and supporters pose for a photograph with Governor Poindexter at Lolani Palace Honolulu, Hawaii on Dec. 12, 1934. Pictured team members include: Lorin Berry, John Hendryx, Jack VerLee, Ernie Rossi, Lenny Powers, Ben Quinn, Jack Walton, Jay VerLee, Hank Tavener, Heb Campbell, Ben Anthony, Emile Panek, Bus Bacon, Walt Deveraux, Coach Percy Locey, Art Brownell, Tom Fena, Chuck DeLacey, Lou Mahoney, Oc Eping, Dick Eping, Orme Hering, Alex...
Dates: 1934 December 12