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University of Denver. Department of English

 Organization

Biography

Over the years, the Department of English has been part of the College of Liberal Arts, the Division of Arts and Humanities, and the Division of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Effective Fall Quarter 2018, it is a part of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Division of Arts and Humanities at the University of Denver.

In 1986, the English Department at the University of Denver began offering a Theater major as the then-School of Theater at the University had previously dissolved between 1984-85.

Citation:
Clarion, January 9, 1985, pg. 1; Clarion, February 28, 1985, pg. 5.

Found in 116 Collections and/or Records:

John A. Chapman Papers

 Collection
Identifier: M039
Abstract John Chapman (1900-1972), nicknamed ''Old Frostface'' by the press and ''The Curmudgeon'' by affectionate colleagues, was a drama critic for the New York Daily News in the 1930s through the 1950s. Chapman spent some time reviewing movies in Hollywood, but his base was always in Manhattan. He and his wife Georgia also maintained a home in Westport, Connecticut. He was the son of Arthur Chapman, a Denver, Colorado newspaperman best known for his poem ''Out Where the West Begins.'' The bulk...
Dates: 1874-1979

Levette J. Davidson Papers

 Collection
Identifier: M017
Abstract Levette J. Davidson (1894-1957) was a professor of English literature at the University of Denver from 1922-1957, specializing in folklore and literature of the American West. He served as head of English Department (1940-1957), and was the first faculty member elected president of the University Senate. He wrote several books including A guide to American folklore, The Rockies and beyond, and Literature of Colorado. The papers contain research notes, bibliographies, newspaper clippings,...
Dates: 1851-1968; Majority of material found in 1913-1962

Programs and Ephemera Related to the Recordings, bulk: 1965 - 1973

 File
Identifier: U032.01.0009.0001
Abstract

This file folder contains programs that were cut to label the top of the reel boxes, a note from Phyllis Gottesfeld thanking Dr. Chapman for lending her a tape, and one full program in poor condition from the Sep. 30 - Nov. 30 1965 lecture series.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1965 - 1973

The Denver Clarion, vol. 69, issue 23, 1965 January 15

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v069i23_19650115
Abstract

English Program – “Moment of the Modern” Keynote Series. Financial Need Will Be Only Requirement for Student Aid. Revisions and Improvements are Planned for Next Pre-Registration. All-School Average is 1.598 for Fall Quarter; A .046 Drop. Women’s Days – Activities Thru Next Monday. The Referendum Campaign Begins for CCC Court. Male Clarion. Committee Meets with Architects Concerning Union.

Dates: 1965 January 15

The Denver Clarion, vol. 80, issue 78, 1976 April 19

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v080i78_19760419
Abstract

Howard Responds to Mitchell. Films Series Slated Tomorrow. Birth, Death, Technology – Illich to Speak. Korbel Inaugurates New Lecture Series. English Department Sponsors Contest.

Dates: 1976 April 19

The Denver Clarion, vol. 91, 1986 April 17

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v091_19860417
Abstract

English Department Adds Theater Major. Van Arsdale Presented Award for Outstanding Community Service. New Sexual Harassment Guideline Will Protect Students, Faculty, Staff.

Dates: 1986 April 17

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