University of Denver
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 folderFound in 78 Collections and/or Records:
Publications, by other DU physics faculty, 1909-1958
The Bryon Cohn subseries Publications contains materials written by Cohn and DU faculty, articles about DU research and Atomic Energy Commission Pamphlets.
Rap Sheet, 1970
Two copies of a "rap sheet" briefly outlining a philosophy of the social contract.
Rap Sheet, 1970
Two copies of a "rap sheet" detailing considerations for striking students, including understanding their bargaining position.
Rap Sheet, 1970
"Rap Sheet" flier that contains assorted poems and quotations.
Rap Sheet #2, 1970
"Rap Sheet" flier featuring assorted poems, editorials, notes, etc.
The Hesperus, vol. 1, issue 2, 1886 June 1
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.
The Hesperus, vol. 3, issue 9, 1888 February 24
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.
The Hesperus, vol. 4, issue 10, 1889 June 1
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.
The Hesperus, vol. 6, issue 1, 1891 September 15
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.