Purdue University. School of Domestic Economy
Organization
Historical Information
The School of Domestic Economy was established in 1887 from the Department of Domestic Economy. It focused on the instruction and practice in "the science and art of cookery and home management." The School provided space for the targeted instruction of female students and was led by Emma Pike Ewing.
Citation:
Fourteenth report of Purdue University, UA35i013, UA165, Purdue University Annual Reports collection, Purdue University Archives and Special Collections, Purdue University LibrariesFound in 1 Collection or Record:
College of Health and Human Sciences records
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 15
Scope and Contents
The College of Health and Human Sciences records document the historical background of the college; included are many historical documents, including 75th and 100th anniversary documents and memorabilia. Also included are annual reports, pamphlets, audio visual material; with a focus on work simplification practices or interviews involving key individuals from the college’s history, newspaper clippings, publicity, department brochures and pamphlets, newsletters and miscellaneous material. ...
Dates:
1875 - 2019