University of Denver. Colorado Women's College
Dates
- Usage: 1997-
Biography
The Women's College of the University of Denver began in 1909 as the Colorado Woman's Baptist College. By the year 1915, enrollment in the college had reached 178 students. In 1967, the college reached an all-time high in enrollment at 1,117 students, and was renamed Temple Buell College after a gift of $25 million from Temple Buell. In 1973, the name was changed back to Colorado Women's College. In 1976, the Colorado Women's College proposed a merger with the University of Denver due to financial difficulties, but the offer was declined by DU. In an effort to explore a more diverse student base, CWC began The Weekend College program in 1979. Financial problems continued for CWC, and the College again approached the University of Denver about a merger. After a study conducted by both institutions, the University of Denver acquired CWC in 1982. The University of Denver continued The Weekend College as a part of its Daniels College of Business. In 1993, Michele Bloom became the Executive Director of The Weekend College. The Weekend College existed as a continuing education program for women, and Bloom renamed the program The Women's College in the same year she became Executive Director. The Women's College became a separate academic unit within the University, and Michele Bloom was named its first Dean in 1997.
Biography
Colorado Women's College acquired in 1882.
Sources
Card Catalog. Administration- Board of Trustees.
Biography
Colorado Women's College incorporated in 1888.
Sources
Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.189).
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Colorado Women’s College opens in 1909.
Sources
Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.189).
Found in 112 Collections and/or Records:
Communications, FY 06, 2005 August-December
This folder contains files pertaining to the Alumnae Association's newsletters and some promotional materials for the fiscal year of 2006.
CWC Alumnae Association Correspondence, 1999 - 2006, 1997 October-2006 February
This folder contains correspondence between TWC administration and members of the CWC Alumnae Association.
CWC Meeting - October 25, 2005, 2005 October 12-25
This folder contains notes, correspondence, and some drafts of survey questions from the CWC Alumnae Association meeting.
CWC Reunion 2001, 2005, 2010, 2000 March 16-2004 September 14
This folder contains attendee and membership lists used to plan the 2001 CWC reunion. There are also programs for a brunch and other documents used in planning.
CWC Sports Highlights from Yearbooks, 1999 September
This folder contains the proposal for and results of the Alumnae Association's commissioning for a decorative table drape.
Events, FY 06, 2005 September-2006 January
This folder contains files pertaining to the Alumnae Association's newsletters and some promotional materials for events occuring in the fiscal year of 2006.
Five Year Plan - 1999, 1998 November 6-1999 February 24
This folder contains the supporting documentation for a Five Year Plan, starting in 1999, for the Women's College.
Giving Circles Project, 2006 April 27
This folder contains notes and an essay regarding the use of the concept of ''giving circles'' in The Women's College.
Homeless Initiative, 2006 December 11-18
This folder contains materials pertaining to an initiative to help the homeless in Denver.
Lark Birdsong, Budget #1, 2001 August 27
This folder contains two copies of a budgetary document written up for the proposed construction of the Chambers Center by Saunders construction company.