West Chester University College Activities and Events collection

Collection

Identifier: 087

Staff Only

This collection contains flyers, letters, and programs about a variety of events that took place at West Chester University and its previous incarnations. The collection is arranged thematically into ten series: Series I, Activities; Series II, Celebrations; Series III, Conferences; Series IV, Festivals; Series V, Forums; Series VI, Lectures; Series VII, Programs; Series VIII, Rallies; Series IX, Seminars; and Series X, Workshops. Available documents begin in the 1890s. It is an ongoing collection in consideration of future events.

Due to the nature of the historical materials, there may be occurrences of language, images, positions, and values that do not align with the current values of and practices at West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Please be advised that there may be content and language that is offensive, harmful, or difficult to encounter.

Dates

1896-2016
Majority of material found in 1980-1999

Extent

2.5 Linear Feet (6 document boxes)

Additional Description

Overview

Over the past 150 years, West Chester University has hosted a variety of social and political events from celebrations to conferences to workshops, and more. This collection gathers flyers and documents from these events, ranging from West Chester Normal School to West Chester University as we know it today. This collection offers a portrait of this school and its past students and faculty.

Historical Note

West Chester University was founded as West Chester Normal School in 1871. Students attended a two-year course in elementary education. In 1927, it was renamed West Chester State Teachers College, changing once again in 1960 to West Chester State College. Finally, in 1971, it was officially classified as a university. Its full title is West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Many students and faculty have organized events over the years.