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University of Denver. Colorado Women's College

 Organization

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).

Biography

Colorado Women’s College opens in 1909.

Sources

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.189).

Found in 737 Collections and/or Records:

2005 TWC Reunion Slideshow Photo, 2005 July 5

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00002.00126
Abstract

A group of people dancing in Mason Hall on the Colorado Women's College campus. This photo was used in a slideshow for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This was the first TWC reunion held in the newly completed Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 5

2005 TWC Reunion Slideshow Photo, 2005 July 5

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Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00002.00127
Abstract

A group of women gathered for a ceremony in Mason Hall on the Colorado Women's College campus. This photo was used in a slideshow for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This was the first TWC reunion held in the newly completed Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 5

2005 TWC Reunion Slideshow Photo, 2005 July 5

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00002.00128
Abstract

A group of people sitting around tables, eating. This photo was used in a slideshow for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This was the first TWC reunion held in the newly completed Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 5

2005 TWC Reunion Slideshow Photo, 2005 July 5

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Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00002.00129
Abstract

A large group pose for an outdoor photo. This photo was used in a slideshow for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This was the first TWC reunion held in the newly completed Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 5

2005 TWC Reunion Slideshow Photo, 2005 July 5

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Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00002.00130
Abstract

A professor hands back papers to a class. This photo was used in a slideshow for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This was the first TWC reunion held in the newly completed Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 5

2005 TWC Reunion Slideshow Photo, 2005 July 5

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00002.00131
Abstract

A group of female students standing around outside of Mason Hall on the Colorado Women's College campus. This photo was used in a slideshow for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This was the first TWC reunion held in the newly completed Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 5

2005 TWC Reunion Slideshow Photo, 2005 July 5

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00002.00132
Abstract

A group of women stand blindfolded, holding hands and lengths of rope, in a circle. This photo was used in a slideshow for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This was the first TWC reunion held in the newly completed Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 5

2005 TWC Reunion Slideshow Photo, 2005 July 5

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00002.00133
Abstract

Two women stand in front of a class holding up a poster with puzzle pieces. This photo was used in a slideshow for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This was the first TWC reunion held in the newly completed Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 5

2005 TWC Reunion Slideshow Photo, 2005 July 5

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00002.00134
Abstract

A woman points to a series of posters. This photo was used in a slideshow for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This was the first TWC reunion held in the newly completed Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 5

2005 TWC Reunion Slideshow Photo, 2005 July 5

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00002.00135
Abstract

Three women stand in front of a class, holding up a paper frame. This photo was used in a slideshow for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This was the first TWC reunion held in the newly completed Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 5