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Eleanor Frost Snell Alumnae Field Dedication Program, October 22, 2005, Dedication Planning Committee

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This program outlines the events held on the dedication day for the Eleanor Frost Snell Alumnae Field at Ursinus College. It includes the names of the members of the fund raising and dedication planning committees.

Art, Sport And The Sweet Spot, John Strassburger

Publications

This is the seventh in a series of occasional papers about the challenges confronting students and what Ursinus is doing to help them enter adult life.

Excerpt From Snell Symposium Manual, March 2002, Jenepher Price Shillingford

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This 29 page manual accompanied the Snell Symposium Conference held at Ursinus College in Spring 2002. It includes information about the mission, background and development of the conference as well as a list of participants, mentors and keynote speakers.

Miss Snell's Way: A Life-Affirming Organic Model Created In Sport, Robin G. Cash

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This 156 page dissertation by Robin G. Cash, Ursinus College Class of 1972, was submitted to the faculty of Fielding Graduate Institute in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Human and Organizational Systems.

The dissertation explores a women’s way of coaching and being in sport that existed prior to Title IX. It considers a shift from an organic to a mechanistic coaching approach. An alternative model based on the concept of organicism and underlying principles of relational power, life-affirming actions, and inclusiveness of all beings is presented. This new model emerged from three …

The Snell Symposium; Beyond Leveling The Playing Field: Ursinus' Role In Developing Female Coaches, Wendy Greenberg, Sally Widman

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This magazine article describes the Snell Symposium, a collaboration between Ursinus College and the Centennial Conference, which focused on ways to increase the number of female coaches and athletic directors.

Eleanor Frost Snell: A Lifelong Impact, Jenepher Price Shillingford

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

In this article, Jen Shillingford reflects on memories of Eleanor Snell and the revolution in women's sports.

A Celebration Of The Life Of Eleanor Frost Snell Program, June 27, 1993, College Communications

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This program is for the memorial service and reception held at Ursinus College in memory of Eleanor Snell. The cover depicts the Eleanor Snell Chair of Health and Physical Education medallion.

Letter To The "Snell Network" On The Death Of Eleanor Snell, June 9, 1993, Jenepher Price Shillingford

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This document is a typed note announcing the death of Eleanor Frost Snell and an invitation to a memorial service at Ursinus College.

Address At The Eastern College Athletic Conference Convention, October 8, 1991, Jane E. Brusch

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This is the typed transcript of an address given by Jane Brusch in acceptance of the recognition of Eleanor Snell by the EA1AW Educational Seminar Committee at the Fall convention of the Eastern College Athletic Conference in Hyannis, Massachusetts.

Letter From Glenn A. Mccurdy To Congressman Larry Coughlin, June 21, 1988, Glenn A. Mccurdy

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This letter from the Ursinus College Director of Communications to Congressman Larry Coughlin presents information about Eleanor Snell and inquires about a way to officially honor her.

Letter From Glenn Mccurdy To Dorothy Storck, May 27, 1988, Glenn A. Mccurdy

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This letter from the Ursinus College Director of Communications to Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Dorothy Storck presents background material on Eleanor Snell and inquires about a possible interview.

Press Release: "Ursinus Dedicates Snell Chair," May 11, 1988, College Communications

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This two page press release announces the dedication of the Eleanor Frost Snell Chair of Health and Physical Education at Ursinus College on May 27, 1988.

Ursinus To Honor Eleanor Frost Snell By Establishing Chair Of Health And Physical Education, College Communications

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This article about the endowment of the Eleanor Frost Snell Chair of Health and Physical Education appeared in the Spring 1987 Ursinus College campaign mailer "Patterns for the Future." A photograph in the article, by Art Wilkinson, shows Regina Buggy, Jenepher Shillingford, Vonnie Gros, Eleanor Snell and Adele Boyd at a kick-off fund-raising event.

Ursinus College Homecoming Schedule Of Events, October 27, 1984, Ursinus College Alumni Office

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This folded pamphlet advertises the schedule of events for the October 27, 1984 Ursinus College Homecoming. Included is a ceremony to honor Eleanor Snell, women's field hockey and lacrosse, and members of the U.S. Olympic team alumnae hockey players.

Pennsylvania Sports Hall Of Fame Philadelphia Chapter Awards Dinner Program, 1982, Pennsylvania Sports Hall Of Fame

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This 8 page program contains photographs and descriptions of the 1982 honorees of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. Eleanor Frost Snell is one of the honorees.

Draft Of Letter Announcing An Endowment Fund In Honor Of Eleanor Snell, February 18, 1978, Ursinus College Alumni Relations

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

A letter sent to friends and former students of Eleanor Snell informing them of the creation of an endowment fund in her honor.

Ursinus College Founders Day Convocation Program, October 30, 1977, College Communications

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This eight page program outlines the events of the October 1977 Founders Day Convocation at Ursinus College and provides information about the recipients of honorary degrees. Eleanor Frost Snell and Edward Joseph Stemmler received honorary Doctor of Science degrees at this event.

Sports Information Fact Sheet About Eleanor Snell, Circa 1977, Michael Cash

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This two page summary of Eleanor Snell's career and accomplishments was compiled by the Sports Information Director of Ursinus College.

A Study Of The Professional Life And Contributions Of Miss Eleanor Frost Snell To Women's Physical Education And Athletics, Harriet A. Gould

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This 112 page thesis by Harriet A. Gould (Metzger), Ursinus College Class of 1968, was submitted to the Graduate Council of Trenton State College in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Health and Physical Education. This biographical study explores the career and accomplishments, as well as the philosophy and coaching techniques, of Eleanor Snell who taught and coached for forty years at Ursinus College.

Philadelphia Board Of Women's Officials Recognition Dinner Program, October 7, 1970, Philadelphia Board Of Women's Officials

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This three page program accompanied the Philadelphia Board of Women's Officials recognition dinner held on October 7, 1970 at Williamson's at City Line. Attached to the front cover of the program is Doris Abrams' name badge. Doris received an award for basketball and softball at the dinner. Eleanor Snell delivered opening remarks.

Letter From Milton E. Detterline Jr. To Eleanor Snell, May 25, 1970, Milton E. Detterline

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This letter from Milton E. Detterline to Eleanor Snell remarks on the speeches and prayer given at the Testimonial Dinner held to honor Snell's retirement from Ursinus College.

Letter From Dorothy Schumann Plantholt To Eleanor Snell, May 22, 1970, Dorothy Schumann Plantholt

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This letter from Dorothy Schumann Plantholt congratulates Eleanor Snell on the occasion of her retirement from Ursinus College and remarks on Eleanor's professionalism and friendship.

Speech Notes For Eleanor Snell's Testimonial Dinner, May 22, 1970, Marion B. Earle, Vonnie Gros

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

These are typed notes for speeches given at Eleanor Snell's Testimonial Dinner.

Letter From Hugh Scott To Eleanor Snell, May 22, 1970, Hugh Scott

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This letter from U. S. Senator Hugh Scott of Pennsylvania congratulates Eleanor Snell on the occasion of her retirement from the faculty of Ursinus College.

Letter From Marjorie Clarson Grauch To Eleanor Snell, May 22, 1970, Marjorie E. Clarson

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This letter from Marjorie Clarson, Ursinus College Class of 1950, congratulates Eleanor Snell on the occasion of her retirement from Ursinus College.

Letter From Milton E. Detterline Jr. To Eleanor Snell, May 22, 1970, Milton E. Detterline

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This letter from Milton E. Detterline congratulates Eleanor Snell on the occasion of her retirement from Ursinus College and remarks on her ability to inspire the women she taught over the years.

Letter From Jan Wickerham To Eleanor Snell, May 22, 1970, Janet S. Shoemaker

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This letter from Janet Shoemaker, Ursinus College Class of 1946, congratulates Eleanor Snell on the occasion of her retirement from Ursinus College and remarks on memories from the World War II college years.

Eleanor Snell Testimonial Dinner Program, May 22, 1970, Testimonial Committee

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This four page program lists the speakers and events held at the Eleanor Snell retirement dinner on May 22, 1970 in Valley Forge. It includes Eleanor Snell's coaching record.

Letter From Joyce Gilbert Sipple To Eleanor Snell, May 22, 1970, Joyce Ann Gilbert

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This letter from Joyce Gilbert, Ursinus College Class of 1959, congratulates Eleanor Snell on the occasion of her retirement from Ursinus College.

Telegram From Betty Kirlin To Doris Abrams, May 21, 1970, Elizabeth A. Kirlin

Eleanor Frost Snell Programs, Correspondence and Other Documents

This telegram from Elizabeth A. Kirlin, Ursinus College Class of 1944, expresses gratitude to Eleanor Snell for her teaching of interpersonal skills and respect for others.