Records of the Young Women's Christian Association

Collection

Identifier: UWCA

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Records of the Young Women's Christian Association consists of documents dated 1899 to 1937, with the bulk falling from 1920 to 1937. The collection includes papers associated with the inception, administrative operations, finances, and activities related to the YWCA.

Dates

Creation: 1899-1937
Creation: Majority of material found within 1921-1937

Restrictions on Access

There are no access restrictions on this collection.

Restrictions on Use

Not all of the material in the collection is in the public domain. Researchers are responsible for addressing copyright issues.

History

The Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) was launched in London in 1857. In 1858, the YWCA movement made its first appearance in the United States when New York City and Boston opened women's residences. The organization spread to different cities and countries as time progressed, and in 1892, the YWCA was established at Colorado Agricultural College (now Colorado State University). The date of the disbanding of the YWCA at Colorado State University (CSU) is unknown, but the YWCA continues to operate in Colorado with chapters in Boulder and Pueblo. The YWCA describes its mission as one "dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all."

Extent

1.5 linear feet (1 record carton, 1 framed item, 1 oversize folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Records of the Young Women's Christian Association contains materials pertaining to the inception and operation of the Young Women's Christian Association at Colorado Agricultural College (now Colorado State University). Materials include administrative and fundraising efforts papers, correspondence, meeting minutes, reports, and conference materials for the association and its advisory board.

Arrangement

The collection consists of 1 series in 1 record carton, 1 framed item, and 1 oversize folder:

Series 1: Records, 1899-1937 and undated

Acquisition

Records of the transfer of the Young Women's Christian Association materials have not been documented though records indicate that it occurred prior to 1993.

Related Collections

Collection on Early Student Groups (UESR)

Processing

Processing was completed in July 2017. The collection was kept in its original order and original file folders. The collection has been rehoused in an acid-free record carton.