Category Archives: From the Archives

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Broom Handles and Bell Towers: W. W. Kilworth's Contributions to the University of Puget Sound

I should hope that most of us are familiar with the Kilworth Memorial Chapel located on the Northern edge of campus. A spiritual center for students, the chapel itself was built with funds left to the University in 1967 in … Continue reading

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"Oh, Oh Ostransky!"

Professor Gwynne Brown and Music Liaison Librarian Lori Ricigliano collaborated on an assignment to engage students with primary sources in the Archives. Using the Leroy Ostransky Collection, students analyzed correspondence, lecture notes, music scores, newspaper clippings, and manuscripts. They then … Continue reading

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Treasures in the Archives and Special Collections

Have you ever wondered about the locked rooms on the second floor? What kind of treasures might be hiding behind those doors? If you’re curious check out our Puget Sound Archives and Special Collections page, where you’ll find information about … Continue reading

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December Calendar – 25 Favorite images from Collins Memorial Library

The December Calendar – 25 of our favorite images from  the Archives and Special Collections of the Collins Memorial Library. Take a look at our December calendar put together by Jeanne Young and Jordan Apele (A senior, Computer Science major).  … Continue reading

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COLLINS UNBOUND: Oct. is National Archives Month, "Puget Sound Has Moved!"

Did you know. . . The Puget Sound Campus was originally located at 6th and Sprague, and consisted of the single building shown on the left.  The campus moved to its current location in 1923, beginning with the construction of … Continue reading

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COLLINS UNBOUND: Oct. is National Archives Month! "Sadie Hawkins Day"

Did you know… Puget sound used to celebrate Sadie Hawkins Day every year. Created by cartoonist Al Capp, the day made its debut in his Lil Abner strip on November 15, 1937.  By 1939, over 200 colleges were holding Sadie … Continue reading

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COLLINS UNBOUND: October is National Archives Month – Celebrate Puget Sound History!

Upperclassmen were once much tougher on the incoming freshmen than they are now.  This warning, issued by the Puget Sound class of 1922, reads: We, the class of 1922, your natural friends and advisors, extend to you our hearty welcome. … Continue reading

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COLLINS UNBOUND: October is National Archives Month – Celebrate Puget Sound History!

A-frames for Student Housing Did you know? Small A-frames were once an on-campus housing option for Puget Sound students. These houses were built in the late ’60s and each one fit about 5-6 students. Additional A-frames were built in 1980 … Continue reading

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