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University of Denver. School of Architecture and Planning

 Organization

Biography

1946-1952.

Biography

School of Architecture and Planning established in 1946.

Sources

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.143); Board of Trustees – Volume O: page 41.

Biography

School of Architecture and Planning closed in 1952.

Sources

Pioneer, March 1952, pg. 5; Board of Trustees Minutes – Volume P: page 104.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Caleb Frank Gates Papers

 Collection
Identifier: M024
Abstract Born in Constantinople, Turkey, Caleb Frank Gates (1903-1955) received his Ph.D. from Princeton University. He served two terms as Chancellor at the University of Denver, from 1941-1943 and 1946-1947. Under Gates' leadership the University instituted the School of Hotel and Restaurant Management, the School of Architecture and Planning, and the School of Aeronautics. The papers include correspondence, memos, blueprints, photographs, pamphlet, questionnaire, grant application, reports,...
Dates: 1941-1950

School of Architecture and Planning Records

 Collection
Identifier: U004
Abstract

This collection contains the records of the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of Denver from 1946-1952. The school closed in 1952 with less than 100 graduates. The records contain brochures, bulletins, correspondence, reports, course descriptions, lists of applicants and degree candidates, meeting minutes and memos from the Architectural Advisory Committee, and material on the formation and closing of the School.

Dates: 1946-1953

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Architecture 1
Architecture -- Study and teaching (Higher) 1
Chancellors 1
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College presidents 1