University of Pennsylvania. Dept. of Intercollegiate Athletics.

The Athletic Association was formed in 1873 by a small group of students. The University Athletic Association was founded in 1882 at the invitation of Provost William Pepper. The Association dedicated themselves to preparing a playing field for competition. In May of 1883 the Board of Trustees established a Department of Physical Culture. Intercollegiate Athletics at the University advanced with the opening of Franklin Field in 1895 and the opening of Weightman Hall and the Gymnasium in 1904.

From the description of Film Collection, 1915-1988, n.d. (University of Pennsylvania). WorldCat record id: 122631053