Springfield College
Organization
Dates
- Usage: 1954 - Present
Found in 5 Collections and/or Records:
William Blaikie Papers
Collection — Box 01-15
Identifier: MS-502
Abstract
William Blaikie was born in York, New York on May 24, 1843. He graduated from Harvard in 1866 and then from the Harvard Law School in 1868. During his time at Harvard and after, he was actively involved with the crew team. Following law school, Blaikie was commissioner of the United States Court of Claims for eight years. The collection reflects Blaikie’s varied interests beyond law, particularly in the areas of physical education, health, and athletics. He lectured and wrote several...
Dates:
1871-1912; Majority of material found within 1880-1900
Leslie J. Judd Papers
Collection — Box 01-02
Identifier: MS-530
Abstract
Leslie J. Judd was born on August 6, 1888. Widely regarded as one of the founders of modern collegiate gymnastics, Judd graduated from Springfield College with a Bachelor’s in physical education (B.P.E.) in 1920. He was promptly hired by the college as a Professor of Physical Education and Head Gymnastics Coach, positions he held until he retired on April 1, 1955. A true innovator, Judd used dance, numerous types of team drills, and rigorous gymnastics routines in the Gymnastics exhibition...
Dates:
1915-1987
Dr. Mimi Murray Papers
Collection — Boxes All boxes
Identifier: MS-531
Abstract
A professor and athletic coach at Springfield College since 1967, Dr. Mimi Murray enjoys a national and international reputation in the field of athletics and is recognized for her pioneering contributions to the field of sport psychology, her influence on behalf of girls and women in Sport, and her excellence in teaching. Dr. Murray has served as president for the International Council for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport, and Dance (ICHPER-SD); the American Association for...
Dates:
ca. 1967 - 2017
Wellness and Recreation Complex Records
Record Group — Box 01
Identifier: RG-152
Collection Scope and Contents
The collection documents the building and initial year of the complex of buildings known as the Wellness Center, the Field House, and the Athletic Training/Exercise Science Center Buildings that were opened in 2009. The majority of the collection consists of ground breaking programs and the dedication materials, including a DVD with the video of the ceremonies, for the 2009 ribbon cutting or dedication ceremonies. There are also many photographs taken right before or after the ribbon...
Dates:
2007-2009
Springfield College Women's Physical Education Majors Club Records
Record Group — Box 01
Identifier: RG-183
Collection Scope and Contents
The Women's Physical Education Majors Club records contains photographs, constitutions, printed materials, pamphlets, and newspaper clippings and news releases created between 1956 to 1963. Most of the materials are in or were part of a scrapbook on the club. The scrapbook focuses on events conducted by the club, including carnival, demonstrations, "playdays," AAHPER and the Eastern District conventions, sporting events, and luncheons. There are listings of club officers, some of which are...
Dates:
ca. 1956 to 1963