Springfield College
Organization
Dates
- Usage: 1954 - Present
Found in 99 Collections and/or Records:
Gulick Hall Records
Record Group — Box 01
Identifier: RG-124
Collection Scope and Contents
This collection documents the planning and construction of Gulick Hall, the first dormitory to be designed with the intent to house both men and woman. The collection includes general information about the dormitory, including a fact sheet which lists the dorms features, number of rooms, floors, space, cost, design, architect information etc.; dedication materials, including memos with the Gulick family; floor plans; construction photographs, and general photograph and slides after the...
Dates:
1968-2010
Luther Halsey Gulick Papers
Collection — Boxes All Boxes
Identifier: MS-503
Abstract
This collection documents the work of Luther Halsey Gulick (1865-1918) who was a pioneer and national leader in health and physical education in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. From 1887 to 1900 Gulick helped establish and supervise the Physical Department at the International YMCA Training School (now Springfield College). Gulick moved to New York City in 1900, where he worked at the Pratt Institute High School and Russell Sage Foundation. Gulick and his wife Charlotte...
Dates:
ca. 1853-2010; Majority of material found within 1891-1917
Springfield College Gymnastics Team Records
Record Group — RG 162 All boxes
Identifier: RG-162
Abstract
The early history of gymnastics at Springfield College goes all the way back to 1891 with a gym meet with the 23rd St. YMCA Leaders Corps in New York City. Dr. James Naismith, the creator of basketball, participated. The first exhibition Homeshow, an exhibition show that took place after the team put on shows in other communities around the Northeast, took place in May of 1905. The touring and the Homeshow is a tradition that continues throughout the history of the Springfield College...
Dates:
1890-2018; Majority of material found within 1960-2010
School of Health Sciences: Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies Institute Records
Sub-Group — Boxes All Boxes
Identifier: RG-190-06
Collection Scope and Contents
The School of Health Sciences: Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies Institute records collection consists of miscellaneous print materials and program manuals from c. 1987 to 2007 from the Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies Institute (SAASI). The print materials consists of applications, brochures, and newsletters providing a general overview of the program and resources to assist with substance abuse recovery. The program manuals were used at the training conferences held at...
Dates:
ca. 1987 - 1997
Hickory Hall Records
Record Group — Box 01
Identifier: RG-125
Collection Scope and Contents
This collection documents the Hickory Hall from its construction and original name of the William C. Bemis Hall, to its 2006-2007 renovations and change in name to Hickory Hall. Included in the collection are copies of floor plans, including draft blueprints from the renovations done in 2006-2007 renovations; newspaper articles and Springfield College news releases from its construction and opening; funding and planning materials: various materials from the dedication held in 1975,...
Dates:
ca. 1974-2010
International Center Records
Record Group — RG 105 All Boxes
Identifier: RG-105
Abstract
Internationalism has been an important characteristic of Springfield College since the very beginning of the school. Founded in 1885 as the School for Christian Workers, one of the main purposes of Springfield College was to train YMCA professionals. This included secretaries (administrators/CEO’s) and physical directors (professionals who ran the gymnasiums and gymnasium programs). Moreover, Springfield College’s academic programs, such as physical education and sport training related...
Dates:
ca. 1909-2020; Majority of material found within 1965-2000
International Hall Records
Record Group — Box 01
Identifier: RG-126
Collection Scope and Contents
This collection documents the planning and construction of International Hall. The collection includes general information about the hall, floor plans, news articles, news releases (primarily on the dedication of the new residence hall), and photographs. The bulk of the collection is the photographs. Of particular interest are the planning materials. These are some of the original planning documents, inter-office memorandums and letters that discuss the decisions made regarding the...
Dates:
1962-2011
International Student Organization
Record Group — Box 01
Identifier: RG-180
Abstract
Materials in this collection include flyers, memorandums, correspondence, sign-in sheets, contact lists, and other miscellaneous documents having to do with the International Student Organization of Springfield College. Mostly the materials concern the “coffee hours” events held by the club between 1996-2001. Since 1996, the International Student Organization has provided educational, cultural, and recreational activities to all students and has helped international students in studying and...
Dates:
1996-2001
Judd Gymnasia Records
Record Group — Box 01-04
Identifier: RG-127
Collection Scope and Contents
This collection documents the history of Judd Gymnasia, the first building on the current campus of Springfield College. Contained within are newspaper articles, photographs, slides, videos, old building meeting minutes, books, floor plans, and various memos, letters and general information on the ventilation and pumping systems used in the building. The time capsule, a sealed copper box, from the cornerstone of West Gymnasium, now Student Union West, and the materials from the time capsule...
Dates:
1894-2012
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