Springfield College Archives and Special Collections
Organization
Found in 69 Collections and/or Records:
Fuller Arts Center Records
Record Group — Box 01
Identifier: RG-122
Collection Scope and Contents
This collection documents the Fuller Arts Center from its construction through its most recent renovations in 2009. The collection includes general information, 13 original blueprints created on February 1, 1983 (including elevations, electrical and floor dimensions), newspaper articles regarding the construction of the building and the dedication program, information on the funding of the building (including proposals to Spalding and the Kresge Foundation), Memos and other documentary...
Dates:
1981-2010
James and Jean Genasci Papers
Collection — Box 01-08
Identifier: MS-540
Abstract
Dr. James Genasci was born in 1928. He attended Springfield College, receiving his Bachelor of Science in 1950 and a Master of Science in 1955. He got a Doctor of Education from the University of Northern Colorado in 1960. He was an Associate Professor of Physical Education and eventual Assistant Director of the Division of Graduate Studies at Springfield College from 1963 to 1994. Dr. Genasci was also an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, co-founding the Pioneer Valley Chapter of PFLAG, Inc....
Dates:
ca. 1940-2000
Washington Gladden Boathouse Records
Record Group — Box 01
Identifier: RG-123
Collection Scope and Contents
This collection documents the Washington Gladden Boathouse. The collection consists of information gathered for a digital collection tilted Boathouse Photo Collection, created at some point after 2000, boathouse rules that were created by faculty member James Huff McCurdy, early pictures of the construction of the boathouse, and some pictures of the exterior of the building, some with the students using the facility. Of particular note are glass negatives of the construction of the...
Dates:
ca. 1901-2010; Majority of material found within 1901-1940
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
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
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 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
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