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A Medical College Of Virginia Story, Ricki D. Carruth

VCU University History Books

Despite its lack of public acclaim until the 1970s, the Medical College of Virginia provided remarkable medical care since its founding in 1837. With the aim to recognize MCV’s history and progress, this book chronicles the college’s first 150 years. Details of MCV’s development are discussed in context of major historical events including World Wars I and II, the 1918 influenza outbreak, and technological advancements.

School Of Pharmacy, A History, Warren E. Weaver

VCU University History Books

Since the beginnings of the Medical College of Virginia (MCV), the School of Pharmacy at Virginia Commonwealth University has been a leader in pharmacy education. This book traces the history of the School of Pharmacy up to the time of its publication in 1988. Topics covered include the merging of MCV and University College of Medicine, the development of bachelors, masters and doctoral programs, changes in curriculum along with advances in the field, and the history of the school’s facilities.

Past, Present, And Future, 1917-1987 : School Of Social Work, Virginia Commonwealth University

VCU University History Books

A history of the School of Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals 125 Years Of Health Care 1861 - 1986, Hunter H. Mcguire

VCU University History Books

The Medical College of Virginia (MCV) grew in size and reputation in the latter half of the twentieth century, amid a time of technological advancements in the medical field and the rise of teaching hospitals. Starting with the opening of the College Infirmary in 1861, this book follows the history of MCV’s hospitals. Also discussed is MCV’s role during the Civil War, contributions to the college, and William T. Sanger’s influence on the school’s growth. The book includes photos of the buildings and a timeline of the hospitals.

Commonwealth (1980)

Commonwealth (VCU, 1979-1980)

The yearbook of Virginia Commonwealth University.

Commonwealth (1979)

Commonwealth (VCU, 1979-1980)

The yearbook of Virginia Commonwealth University.

A Historical Bulletin Of The Saint Philip School Of Nursing And Alumnae

VCU University History Books

During the first quarter of the twentieth century, when southern law and social practice demanded segregated facilities, the Medical College of Virginia established a separate school of nursing for African American women to provide trained personnel for the St. Philip Hospital. The Saint Philip School of Nursing opened with the hospital in the fall of 1920 and graduated 791 nurses during its 42-year history. The story of the school is told in A Historical Bulletin of the Saint Philip School of Nursing and Alumnae Association. It includes a general history, information on the curriculum, listing of the faculty, rosters of …

A History Of The Richmond Professional Institute : From Its Beginning In 1917 To Its Consolidation With The Medical College Of Virginia In 1968 To Form Virginia Commonwealth University, Henry Horace Hibbs

VCU University History Books

A History of the Richmond Professional Institute: From Its Beginning in 1917 to Its Consolidation With the Medical College of Virginia in 1968 to Form Virginia Commonwealth University was written by Dr. Henry H. Hibbs, Jr. (1887-1977), long-time leader of Richmond Professional Institute (RPI).

After he retired, Dr. Hibbs was paid a consultant's fee to write this book on the history of RPI. He designated VCU as the sole recipient of profits from the sale of the book. The alumni associations of VCU and the Richmond Professional Institute Foundation were involved in editing the book before it was published in …

Medical College Of Virginia Before 1925, And University College Of Medicine 1893-1913, William T. Sanger

VCU University History Books

The first North American hospitals were built in Virginia in 1611. Virginia continued to set hospital and health education trends with the establishment of the Department of Medicine in Richmond, later known as the School of Medicine, in 1837. Through data largely compiled by former secretary-treasurer of the College, J.R. McCauley, this book covers the early history of the Medical College of Virginia (MCV) and the history of health services education in Virginia from 1893 to 1913. Major events covered in this book include the effects of World War I on the College and the unsuccessful proposals to consolidate MCV …

As I Remember, William T. Sanger

VCU University History Books

William T. Sanger (1885-1975) narrates his rise as president, then chancellor, of the Medical College of Virginia (MCV). This autobiography details Sanger’s early childhood, admission to college, early career, and presidency of MCV. Through Sanger’s recollections, As I Remember serves both as a personal memoir and a history of MCV and medical education in Virginia.

Proscript (1969-05-07)

Proscript, 1940-1969

Published by the students of the Richmond Professional Institute, College of William and Mary (1940-1947); The Richmond Professional Institute and Virginia Polytechnic Institute cooperating (1947-1955); Richmond Professional Institute of the Colege of William and Mary ; Richmond Professional Institute, Sept. 21, 1962-May 24, 1968; Virginia Commonwealth University, Sept. 20, 1968-May 23, 1969.

School Of Nursing, Medical College Of Virginia : 75 Years, 1893 - 1968

VCU University History Books

This book offers a brief history of the School of Nursing at the Medical College of Virginia from 1893 to 1968. The collection includes short biographies of Sadie Heath Cabaniss, Agnes Dillion Randolph, Elizabth Reitz, E. Louis Grant, and Frances Tunnell. Images of nursing uniforms, diplomas, and staff are included.

An Art School : Some Reminiscences : An Account Of The Early Beginnings And Development Of The School Of Art Of The Virginia Commonwealth University--As Told By Its First Teacher, Theresa Pollak

VCU University History Books

A history of the early years of the School of Art at Virginia Comonwealth University.

[1968-05-20] Minutes Of A Special Meeting Of The Executive Committee Of The Board Of Visitors Of Virginia Commonwealth University Held On May 20, 1968., Virginia Commonwealth University. Board Of Visitors. Executive Committee

VCU Board of Visitors Minutes

Official minutes of the VCU Board of Visitors and its Executive Committee.

[1968-05-07] Minutes Of An Adjourned Meeting Of The Board Of Visitors Of Virginia Commonwealth University Held On May 7, 1968., Virginia Commonwealth University. Board Of Visitors

VCU Board of Visitors Minutes

Official minutes of the VCU Board of Visitors and its Executive Committee.

Encouraging Excellence: Commemorating The 75th Anniversary Of The School Of Dentistry, Joann Spitler

VCU University History Books

This book celebrates the 75th anniversary of the School of Dentistry at the Medical College of Virginia (MCV). In 1897, the School of Dentistry was founded at MCV. Through biographies, images, and brief histories, this book details major benchmarks of the school’s history. This document also includes a brief description of the dentistry profession and images of antique dentistry equipment. The document concludes with biographies of the deans of the School of Dentistry.

Better Service To A Larger Public

VCU University History Books

Before the 1800s, no schools of pharmacy existed in the United States, and most doctors served as their own pharmacists. The mid-nineteenth century saw many changes to the medical and pharmacy professions. Better Service to a Larger Public provides a brief history of early pharmacies and the School of Pharmacy at the Medical College of Virginia. This history tracks the transformation of pharmacy education from being a part of medical courses to the foundation of the School of Pharmacy at MCV. This document also discusses the inclusion and admission of women to the program. Images of drug receipts, laboratories, and …

Report Of The Commission To Plan For The Establishment Of A Proposed State-Supported University In The Richmond Metropolitan Area [Edward A. Wayne, Chairman], Virginia. Commission To Plan For The Establishment Of A Proposed State-Supported University In The Richmond Metropolitan Area.

VCU University History Books

After the 1965 Bird Commission recommended the creation of a state university in Richmond, the state legislature named a commission to develop an implementation plan headed by Edward A. Wayne Sr., president of the Richmond Federal Reserve Bank.

Their recommendation, supported by the Governor and General Assembly, was the creation of Virginia Commonwealth University. Wayne was named vice-rector of the first Board of Visitors of VCU, and the University's Wayne Medal honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions or provided exemplary service to VCU.

This is the full text of the 1967 report, entitled "Report of the Commission to plan …

Report Of The Higher Education Study Commission [To The Governor And The General Assembly Of Virginia], Virginia Commission On Higher Education, John Dale Russell

VCU University History Books

This 1965 Report of the Higher Education Commission, appointed by Governor Albertis S. Harrison, Jr., was created to review higher education in Virginia to be used as a basis for long-range planning by the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Commission was led by Senator Lloyd C. Bird and supported by the staff of the State Council for Higher Education. Divided into eleven sections, this 200-page report details information including geographical location of students, library services, and different instructional services.

The First 125 Years : 1838-1963

VCU University History Books

The Medical College of Virginia (MCV) marked the 125th anniversary of its founding with a year-long celebration in 1963, culminating in the publication of The First 125 Years. Issued as hard- and soft-back publications in the college's bulletin series, the 96-page photo history received many favorable reviews. The book is largely the work of Thelma Vaine Hoke, although she received no formal attribution on the cover or title page of the work. Hoke began her career at MCV in 1932 as secretary for college president William T. Sanger. Over the years she served as the college information bureau, publications …

Medicovan (1955-11)

The Medicovan, 1948-1973

Published by: Medical College of Virginia, Feb. 1948-Aug. 1972; Virginia Commonwealth University, Sept. 1972-Feb. 1973.

Medicovan (1955-10)

The Medicovan, 1948-1973

Published by: Medical College of Virginia, Feb. 1948-Aug. 1972; Virginia Commonwealth University, Sept. 1972-Feb. 1973.

The Lamp, Saint Philip Hospital School Of Nursing, 1955

St. Philip School of Nursing (1920-1962)

Yearbooks from the Saint Philip School of Nursing include black and white photographs of buildings, faculty, clinic instructors, and students. Also included are informational sections such as a history of the school, class song, class history, class poem, class prophecy, class will, patrons, and advertisements. In this copy, a book plate on the inside front cover reads "Presented to Tompkins-McCaw Library Medical College of Virginia by Dr. R.B. Smith"

The Light, Saint Philip Hospital School Of Nursing, 1954

St. Philip School of Nursing (1920-1962)

Yearbooks from the Saint Philip School of Nursing include black and white photographs of buildings, faculty, clinic instructors, and students. Also included are informational sections such as a history of the school, class history, superlatives, class prophecy, class song, class directory, student activities, patrons, autographs, and advertisements. In this copy, the word "died" is handwritten next to several photographs throughout the yearbook. Also handwritten next to some photographs locations, presumably where the nurse pictured was located when the writer investigated where they ended up.

The Light, Saint Philip Hospital School Of Nursing, 1953

St. Philip School of Nursing (1920-1962)

Yearbooks from the Saint Philip School of Nursing include black and white photographs of buildings, faculty, clinic instructors, and students. Also included are informational sections such as a history of the school, class directory, superlatives, a nurse's prayer, class history, poems, class prophecy, class will, patrons, and advertisements. In this copy, a handwritten inscription on the front endsheet reads: "Property of Miss Louise Willis" and "Mrs Louise Vaughan Willis" Additionally, the word "Dead" is handwritten next to several photographs throughout the yearbook.

The Light, Saint Philip Hospital School Of Nursing, 1952

St. Philip School of Nursing (1920-1962)

Yearbooks from the Saint Philip School of Nursing include black and white photographs of faculty, clinic instructors, and students. Also included are informational sections such as a history of the school, class directory, superlatives, class history, class poem and song, class "Last Will and Testament," patrons, and advertisements.

The Light, Saint Philip Hospital School Of Nursing, 1951

St. Philip School of Nursing (1920-1962)

Yearbooks from the Saint Philip School of Nursing include black and white photographs of faculty, clinic instructors, and students. Also included are informational sections such as the honor code, class song, class directory, class history, class prophecy, class "Last Will and Testament," prose and poetry, superlatives, patrons, and advertisements. In this copy, a handwritten inscription on the front endsheet reads: "[Pend?] L.W. Bland RN, 1803 - Carter St., Richmond, Va."

The Light, Saint Philip Hospital School Of Nursing, 1950

St. Philip School of Nursing (1920-1962)

Yearbooks from the Saint Philip School of Nursing include black and white photographs of faculty, clinic instructors, and students. Also included are informational sections such as a history of the school, the honor code, a class directory, class history, class prophecy, class "Last Will and Testament," senior activities, class poem, an alumnae directory, patrons, and advertisements.

The Light, Saint Philip Hospital School Of Nursing, 1946

St. Philip School of Nursing (1920-1962)

Yearbooks from the Saint Philip School of Nursing include black and white photographs of faculty, clinic instructors, and students. Also included are informational sections such as student organizations,a Who's Who, class song, illustrations, and advertisements . In this copy, a handwritten inscription on the front endsheet reads: "6-5-47 Property of Miss P.L. Wilkinson, R.N., St. Philip Dorm Room 119". There are several autographs on page 33. A handwritten inscription on the back endsheet reads: "Miss Pearl L. Wilkinson, R.N."

The Light, Saint Philip Hospital School Of Nursing, 1944

St. Philip School of Nursing (1920-1962)

Yearbooks from the Saint Philip School of Nursing include black and white photographs of faculty, clinic instructors, and students. Also included are informational sections such as class histories, information about the school's endowment fund, the class prophecy, student organizations, a class poem and class song, photographs of student activities, and a directory. In this copy, a handwritten inscription on the front endsheet reads: "Sylvia Vaux Daily Hines."