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Gates, Caleb Frank, Jr., 1903-1955

 Person

Biography

Citation:
Inauguration of Robert D. Coombe ... 2006 : p. 14 (Chancellors of the University of Denver, [7th] Caleb Frank gates, Jr, 1941-1943)

Biography

Caleb F. Gates becomes Chancellor in 1941.(-1943)

Sources

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.135); “New Chancellor is Seventh to Hold Office: Colorful History of University Had Beginning In Colorado Seminary,” The Denver Clarion, vol. 46, issue 1, September 10, 1941, page 4.

Biography

Caleb Frank Gates, Jr. (sixth Chancellor) joins the United States Army at the rank of major in November 1943..

Sources

Breck, From the Rockies to the World, 1997, 134.

Biography

Caleb F. Gates returns as Chancellor after war service in 1946. (-1947)

Sources

“Gates Will Resume Duties of Chancellor,” The University of Denver Clarion, vol. 50, no. 13, January 25, 1946, 1; Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.135).

Found in 5 Collections and/or Records:

Caleb F. Gates Jr., between 1941-1947

 Item
Identifier: U201.03.0011.0034.00001
Abstract

Portrait of University of Denver Chancellor Caleb F. Gates Jr.

Dates: between 1941-1947
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U201, University of Denver Historical Photograph Collection / Photographs, Representative / Box 11: Best of U201 / Gates, Caleb F. Jr.

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
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / Caleb Frank Gates Papers

Caleb Gates Speaking at Pioneer Days, 1946

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0120.0010.00003
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Chancellor Caleb Gates speaks at a Pioneer Days event in front of Margery Reed Hall on the campus of the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado.

Dates: 1946
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U201, University of Denver Historical Photograph Collection / Photographs, Subject Files / Box 120 / Traditions - Pioneer Day

Gates, Caleb F. Jr., between 1941-1947

 File
Identifier: U201.03.0011.0034
Abstract

Black and white print of headshot of University of Denver Chancellor Caleb F. Gates Jr.

Dates: between 1941-1947
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U201, University of Denver Historical Photograph Collection / Photographs, Representative / Box 11: Best of U201

Gates, Caleb F. Photos, 1922-1946

 File
Identifier: U201.02.0139.0024
Abstract Images of University of Denver Chancellor Caleb F. Gates Jr. 25 black and white prints, including at commencement with Prof. Sikes; in military uniform; on horseback; and several headshots of Gates. 4 sets of black and white negatives with contact sheets and 1 black and white contact sheet without negatives with portraits of Gates. Also includes 2 black and white prints of portraits of Mrs. Caleb F. Gates Jr.; and 2 black and white prints of Caleb F. Gates Sr. with Ben M. Cherrington, and...
Dates: 1922-1946
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U201, University of Denver Historical Photograph Collection / Photographs, Biographical Files / Box 139

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