University of Denver. American Studies Program
Organization
Biography
American Studies program established in 1967.
Citation:
“New Major to Interpret American Culture, People,” The University of Denver Clarion, vol. 71, no. 24, January 13, 1967, pages 1, 3.Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:
American Studies Program Records
Collection
Identifier: U001
Abstract
American Studies was established as an Honors program at the University of Denver in 1967. After much success from a small pool of graduates, the program was first offered to the general university community in 1970. Throughout the 1970s, the faculty of the American Studies program, and its curriculum, expanded into a true liberal arts degree, including courses in history, literature, philosophy, and more. In 1983 the American Studies committee proposed the program be converted to a...
Dates:
1965-1983
The Denver Clarion, vol. 71, issue 24, 1967 January 13
Item
Identifier: clarion_v071i24_19670113
Abstract
New Major to Interpret American Culture, People. Education Evaluated – Peace Corps Suggests Reforms. Pair of Amendments Proposed to Change AUSA Constitution. Buchtel Lecture – Spilka Shows Relations Between Religion and Prejudice. Senate Academic Affairs Considers Use of GRE.
Dates:
1967 January 13
The Denver Clarion, vol. 73, issue 11, 1968 October 21
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Identifier: clarion_v073i11_19681021
Abstract
Zall says DU stays tax free. AAUP meeting panel discusses Bill, explains administration’s position. Few problems can be solved by spending, Eckelberry says. American Studies major explores character, literature, institutions. Academic situation studied.
Dates:
1968 October 21
The Denver Clarion, vol. 78, issue 33, 1973 November 14
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Identifier: clarion_v078i33_19731114
Abstract
Grocery clerk strike end marks union victory. American Studies program to offer introductory course. Cancer Society recruiting blood here. Visitors to tour DU.
Dates:
1973 November 14