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Women’s Studies Comes to Delaware

Women’s Studies Comes to Delaware

During the late 1960s, the University of Delaware entered a period of important change. The spirit of social unrest that was sweeping the nation came to Newark, bringing with it movements to create equality for those at the margins of American life. As change swept...
The Only Black Undergraduate on Campus

The Only Black Undergraduate on Campus

In September 1949, Elbert C. Wisner transferred to the University of Delaware from the University of Colorado, entering the School of Engineering. While a single transfer student may not seem noteworthy today, Wisner’s entrance to the university marked an important...
Study Abroad Started Here

Study Abroad Started Here

While the University of Delaware currently offers more than 100 study abroad programs in over 40 countries, just over a century ago, no such programming existed anywhere in the United States. Some early 20th century students did travel internationally for education,...
Poultry on the Side … Lines

Poultry on the Side … Lines

For current members of the University of Delaware community, it seems nearly impossible to think of the university without YoUDee. Our bright blue and gold ambassador can be seen at sporting events and campus celebrations, on t-shirts, hats and banners, in various...