Skip to main content

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:

University of Denver Women's College Reunion, 2005 March 5

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00001.00135
Abstract

A photo of the Reunion planning committee discussing the event. This photo was taken in the Chambers Center in preparation for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. 2005 was the first year that the Women's College Reunion was held in the Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 March 5

University of Denver Women's College Reunion, 2005 July 6

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00001.00136
Abstract

Members of the Reunion planning committee pose for a photo. This photo was taken in the Chambers Center in preparation for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. 2005 was the first year that the Women's College Reunion was held in the Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 6

University of Denver Women's College Reunion, 2005 July 6

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00001.00137
Abstract

Members of the Reunion planning committee pose for a photo. This photo was taken in the Chambers Center in preparation for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. 2005 was the first year that the Women's College Reunion was held in the Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 6

University of Denver Women's College Reunion, 2005 July 6

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00001.00138
Abstract

Members of the Reunion planning committee pose for a photo. This photo was taken in the Chambers Center in preparation for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. 2005 was the first year that the Women's College Reunion was held in the Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 6

University of Denver Women's College Reunion, 2005 July 6

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00001.00139
Abstract

Members of the Reunion planning committee pose for a photo. This photo was taken in the Chambers Center in preparation for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. 2005 was the first year that the Women's College Reunion was held in the Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 6

University of Denver Women's College Reunion, 2005 July 29

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00001.00140
Abstract

A member of the Reunion planning committee setting up for the event. This photo was taken in the Chambers Center in preparation for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. 2005 was the first year that the Women's College Reunion was held in the Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 29

University of Denver Women's College Reunion, 2005 July 29

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00001.00141
Abstract

A member of the Reunion planning committee points at the photographer while talking on the phone. This photo was taken in the Chambers Center in preparation for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. 2005 was the first year that the Women's College Reunion was held in the Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 29

University of Denver Women's College Reunion, 2005 July 29

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00001.00142
Abstract

A photo of the banquet hall. This photo was taken in the Chambers Center in preparation for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. 2005 was the first year that the Women's College Reunion was held in the Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 29

University of Denver Women's College Reunion, 2005 July 29

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00001.00143
Abstract

Photo of the bas-relief in the back of the Chambers Center. This photo was taken in the Chambers Center in preparation for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. 2005 was the first year that the Women's College Reunion was held in the Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 29

University of Denver Women's College Reunion, 2005 July 29

 Item
Identifier: U109.05.0018.0030.00001.00144
Abstract

Photo of a poster set up for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. This photo was taken in the Chambers Center in preparation for the 2005 Women's College Reunion. 2005 was the first year that the Women's College Reunion was held in the Chambers Center.

Dates: 2005 July 29