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Purdue University. School of Home Economics

 Organization

Dates

  • Existence: 1926 - 1976

Historical Information

The Department of Household Economics began in 1905 within the School of Science. In 1926, the Department expanded and was established as the School of Home Economics. The School transitioned to the College of Consumer and Family Sciences in 1976, a move that significantly increased enrollment by male students.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Helen Purinton photograph album

 Unprocessed — Box: Communal Accessions 49
Identifier: 2022-033
Dates: September 16, 1940 - October 9, 1940