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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 46995 Collections and/or Records:

Homecoming Traditions - Sigma Kappa Float, 1946 November

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0099.0003.00001
Abstract

Black and white print of the Sigma Kappa float in the University of Denver's Homecoming parade in 1946. Like many homecoming floats, this one taunted DU's opponent in the homecoming football game, the University of Utah. Four female students' heads appear in the center of giant cards made to look like aces of each suit, above a depiction of poker chips and the slogan "We Hold 'Em, Utes."

Dates: 1946 November

Homecoming Traditions - Students in Football Costumes, 1957 October

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0099.0012.00002
Abstract

Black and white print of four apparently female students dressed up in football uniforms for Homecoming 1957 at the University of Denver. The students are wearing bandages on their faces and legs, and of them is preparing to snap the football to another. The room behind them is decorated with streamers, University of Denver pennants, and signs reading "No More Broadway Park!", "Press Box," and "Coach Crying Towel Ser[vice?]."

Dates: 1957 October

Homecoming Traditions - Woodstock West Parade Float, 1999

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0099.0036.00002
Abstract

Black and white print of a "Class of 1971 Presents Woodstock West" float in the University of Denver's 1999 Homecoming parade. Several persons are standing or sitting in the back of a pickup truck, holding signs reading "Woodstock West Peace + Freedom Founded May 8, 1970," "Peace," "The Doors at DU September 1967 Freshman Year," and "Waiting to [cut off]," and crosses labeled "Kent State."

Dates: 1999

Homeless Connect Final, 2008 May 9

 Item
Identifier: U116.01.0001.01840
Abstract

Photos from Project Homeless Connect 6. Project Homeless Connect is a one-day event that serves as a one-stop shop, connecting homeless individuals to needed services, including but not limited to: employment, housing, healthcare, legal resources, IDs, Social Security and food-stamp benefits. More than 60 organizations from the Denver area were present to provide these services.

Dates: 2008 May 9

Homeless Connect Final, 2008 May 9

 Item
Identifier: U116.01.0001.01841
Abstract

Photos from Project Homeless Connect 6. Project Homeless Connect is a one-day event that serves as a one-stop shop, connecting homeless individuals to needed services, including but not limited to: employment, housing, healthcare, legal resources, IDs, Social Security and food-stamp benefits. More than 60 organizations from the Denver area were present to provide these services.

Dates: 2008 May 9

Homeless Connect Final, 2008 May 9

 Item
Identifier: U116.01.0001.01842
Abstract

Photos from Project Homeless Connect 6. Project Homeless Connect is a one-day event that serves as a one-stop shop, connecting homeless individuals to needed services, including but not limited to: employment, housing, healthcare, legal resources, IDs, Social Security and food-stamp benefits. More than 60 organizations from the Denver area were present to provide these services.

Dates: 2008 May 9

Homeless Connect Final, 2008 May 9

 Item
Identifier: U116.01.0001.01843
Abstract

Photos from Project Homeless Connect 6. Project Homeless Connect is a one-day event that serves as a one-stop shop, connecting homeless individuals to needed services, including but not limited to: employment, housing, healthcare, legal resources, IDs, Social Security and food-stamp benefits. More than 60 organizations from the Denver area were present to provide these services.

Dates: 2008 May 9

Homeless Connect Final, 2008 May 9

 Item
Identifier: U116.01.0001.01844
Abstract

Chancellor Robert ''Bob'' Coombe speaks at the steps of the Ritchie Center about Project Homeless Connect 6. Project Homeless Connect is a one-day event that serves as a one-stop shop, connecting homeless individuals to needed services, including but not limited to: employment, housing, healthcare, legal resources, IDs, Social Security and food-stamp benefits. More than 60 organizations from the Denver area were present to provide these services.

Dates: 2008 May 9

Homeless Connect Final, 2008 May 9

 Item
Identifier: U116.01.0001.01845
Abstract Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper, left, and DU Chancellor Robert ''Bob'' Coombe, next to him pose with others in front of the Ritchie Center. Photos from Project Homeless Connect 6. Project Homeless Connect is a one-day event that serves as a one-stop shop, connecting homeless individuals to needed services, including but not limited to: employment, housing, healthcare, legal resources, IDs, Social Security and food-stamp benefits. More than 60 organizations from the Denver area were present...
Dates: 2008 May 9

Homeless Connect Final, 2008 May 9

 Item
Identifier: U116.01.0001.01846
Abstract

Photos from Project Homeless Connect 6. Project Homeless Connect is a one-day event that serves as a one-stop shop, connecting homeless individuals to needed services, including but not limited to: employment, housing, healthcare, legal resources, IDs, Social Security and food-stamp benefits. More than 60 organizations from the Denver area were present to provide these services.

Dates: 2008 May 9