Brigham Young University. Dept. of Housing and Design
The Department of Housing and Design was introduced to the College of Family Living in 1955. The following individuals served as chairmen and acting chairmen: Marion C. Pfund (1955-1956), Beth S. Hinman (1956-1957), and Elizabeth L. Gardner (1957-1960).
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Description
Established: 1955
Abolished: 1960
Location: Provo, Utah (1955-1960)
Functions
The main function of the Department of Housing and Design was to help students to develop an appreciation and knowledge of aesthetically pleasing and useful aspects of home life and to incorporate this knowledge into creating a home of growth. Courses included that of Weaving, Household Equipment, and Home Furnishings.
Assets and Administrative Structure
The Department of Housing and Design functioned under the administration of a chairman under a college dean.
Associated Units
Superior unit: Brigham Young University (1955-1960)
Superior unit: Brigham Young University. College of Family Living (1955-1960)
Later unit: Brigham Young University. College of Family Living. Dept. of Housing and Home Management (1960-1970)
Associated Archival Materials
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Sources
Brigham Young University Annual Catalog 1955-1956: p. 39, 230-231 (Marion C. Pfund, chairman; dept. function to develop appreciation and knowledge of home aspects and incorporation into creation of a home of growth; example courses: Weaving, Household Equipment, and Home Furnishings)
Brigham Young University Annual Catalog 1956-1957: p. 13 (Beth S. Hinman, chairman)
Brigham Young University Annual Catalog 1957-1958: p. 13 (Elizabeth L. Gardner, acting chairman)
Brigham Young University Annual Catalog 1958-1959: p. 11 (Elizabeth L. Gardner, chairman)
Brigham Young University Annual Catalog 1959-1960: p. 5 (Elizabeth L. Gardner, chairman)
Maintenance Information
Record ID: EAC-2009-00313
Creator: LFW