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Pullman Home Economics Association Papers, 1960-2009
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Pullman Home Economics Association
- Title
- Pullman Home Economics Association Papers
- Dates
- 1960-2009 (inclusive)19602009
- Quantity
- 0.25 linear feet, (1 manuscript case.)
- Collection Number
- Cage.919
- Summary
- This collection contains papers and records related to the Pullman Home Economics Association (PHEA) and the Washington State University College of Home Economics.
- Repository
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Washington State University Libraries' Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections (MASC)
Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections
Terrell Library Suite 12
Pullman, WA
99164-5610
Telephone: 509-335-6691
mascref@wsu.edu - Access Restrictions
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This collection is open and available for research use.
- Languages
- English
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
This collection consists of papers and records of the Pullman Home Economics Association. It includes membership lists, newsletters, brochures, and event programs, and a poster from the association's 2009 anniversary celebration. The collection also contains a selection of material on the WSU Home Economics School, mostly concerned with its merger with the Agriculture program and the subsequent cuts in the program.
Historical NoteReturn to Top
The Washington State University College of Home Economics was founded in 1903. The Pullman Home Economics Association was formed in 1947 by a group of WSU Home Economics graduates. The organization went on to become a community club, raising money for student scholarships.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Copyright restrictions apply.
Preferred Citation
[Item Description]; Pullman Home Economics Association Papers, 1960-2009; Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections; Washington State University Libraries; Pullman, WA.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box | Folder | ||
| 1 | 1 | Pullman Home Economics Association (PHEA) programs and membership booklets | 1973-1990 |
| 1 | 2 | PHEA projects. | 1971-1988 |
| 1 | 3 | White House Conference on Families and related materials (newspaper clippings, etc.). | 1980 |
| 1 | 4 | Home Economists in Homemaking, newsletters and correspondence. | 1983-1984 |
| 1 | 5 | PHEA miscellaneous records and papers (includes membership lists and newspaper clippings). | 1960-1998 |
| 1 | 6 | WSU: Correspondence and newspaper clippings related to merger of Home Economics and Agriculture. | 1983-1986 |
| 1 | 7 | WSU: Papers related to the Home Economics programs after merger. | 1986-1997 |
| 1 | 8 | WSU: Brochures and newsletters related to the Human Development and Fashion, Apparel, and Interior Design departments. | 1997-1999 |
| 1 | 9 | Papers related to the Washington State Home Economics Association and WSU Home Economics programs (received in 2013). | 1978-2003 |
| Digital files | Pullman HEA anniversary poster (cg919_anniversary_posterpt1, cg919_anniversary_posterpt2). | 2009 |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Home economics
- Women--Washington (State)--Pullman--Societies and clubs
Corporate Names
- Washington State University. College of Home Economics.
James Feller
2018-07-26
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