American Association of University Women, Brookings Branch records, 1935-

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American Association of University Women, Brookings Branch records, 1935-

The collection is composed of official records of the AAUW branch's activities, including reports, minutes, newsletters, programs, bylaws, and correspondence. No series is complete.

3 containers (1.26 linear ft.).

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Volstorff, Vivian V. (Vivian Virginia), 1907-2002

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Professor of history and Dean of Women at South Dakota State University for nearly forty years. From the description of Papers, 1921-1976 1932-1973. (South Dakota State University). WorldCat record id: 43535667 ...

Young, Gertrude Stickney, 1884-1965

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Gertrude Stickney Young was born in Sioux Falls, Dakota Territory, September 14, 1883, to Emma and Sutton Young. Sutton Young was the first speaker of the house in South Dakota legislature. After attending numerous schools, she received her bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin in 1960. She later attended Cornell University, the University of Chicago, and the University of California. Young was on the faculty of South Dakota State University from 1907 to 1942. Following her promotio...

American Association of University Women. Brookings Branch.

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In 1931, with 37 members, the Brookings Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) came into being under the presidency of Miss Gertrude Young. However, it was not until 1950, after much effort on the part of the members, that the national group granted current and retroactive membership to all women holding degrees from SDSC. Throughout the years, activities have been many and varied. One of the first programs was the promotion of a kindergarten. The branch operated and suppo...