Springfield College
Organization
Dates
- Usage: 1954 - Present
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
John H. Burr Papers
Collection — Box 01
Identifier: MS-543
Abstract
Born June 1, 1898, John H. Burr went to Springfield Technical High School where he was a track and field athlete and received the title “the fastest runner in the county.” John H. Burr graduated from the International Young Men’s Christian Association College, now Springfield College, in 1923 and his master’s degree in 1932. He had an amazing professional career at Howard University (1923 to 1958). As well as reaching the position of Director of Physical Education, he acted as the...
Dates:
ca. 1917-2022
Channing R. Mann Springfield College Records
Collection — Box 01
Identifier: MS-533
Abstract
Channing R. Mann was a native of Lincoln, Nebraska and a graduate of Lincoln High School. He received his professional training at Springfield College, then known as the International YMCA College. He graduated in 1916. From 1917-1919 he directed the Army YMCA program at Fort Jackson. In 1920, he became the first certified hygiene and physical training director of New York State, serving as the Director of Health, Physical Education in the public schools of Troy, New York, a position he held...
Dates:
ca. 1919-1980
Springfield College Soccer Team Records
Record Group
Identifier: RG-167
Dates:
Ca. 1900-2020 (Temporary)