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Purdue University. Department of Household Economics

 Organization

Dates

  • Existence: 1905 - 1926

Historical Information

The Department of Household Economics was established in 1905 within the School of Science to provide additional educational opportunities for female students. In 1926, the Department expanded and was established as the School of Home Economics.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Bertha Kate Gaddis diaries

 Unprocessed — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2022-047
Dates: 1906-1937, 1945-1946
Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

College of Health and Human Sciences records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 15
Abstract The records contain many historical documents, including 75th and 100th anniversary documents and memorabilia, annual reports, pamphlets, audio visual material, newspaper clippings, publicity, department brochures, newsletters and miscellaneous material.
Dates: 1875-2009
Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections / College of Health and Human Sciences records