YWCA Ames - Iowa State University
Scope and Content
This collection (1892-2012, undated) contains records, which document the activities of the YWCA at Iowa State University. The papers include the articles of incorporation, annual reports, and meeting minutes. The records also contain scrapbooks and photographs. In addition, there are newsletters, press releases, and several histories of the YWCA.
Dates
- Creation: 1892-2012, undated
Language of Materials
English
Access Restrictions
Open for research.
Use/Re-use Restrictions
Consult Special Collections and University Archives
Biography/Profile
The YWCA at Iowa State University was formed in 1889 when the Christian Association of the Iowa Agricultural College was divided into the YWCA for women and the YMCA for men. Christian associations were formed to meet the spiritual needs of the students and faculty, since attending services in Ames was hampered by poor road conditions and a lack of public transportation.
Currently, the YWCA strives to eliminate racism and empower women. They offer a safe place for women and girls, encourage strong women leaders, and champion women's rights and civil rights.
Extent
16.12 Linear Feet (35 document boxes, 2 half-document boxes, 1 flat photo box, 51 floppy disks, and 1 CD-R)
Arrangement
This collection is organized Chronologically.
Processing Information
Released on 2018-11-01.
- Title
- RS 22/10/0/2. YWCA Ames - Iowa State University, 1892-2012, undated.
- Date
- April 2, 2019
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- English
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Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and University Archives Repository
403 Parks Library
701 Morrill Road
Iowa State University
Ames Iowa 50011-2102 United States
(515) 294-6672
archives@iastate.edu