Brigham Young University. Extension Dept.

Established in 1914, the Extension Department operated under a three-man committee. The Committee consisted of: Harvey Fletcher, Edwin S. Hinckley, John C. Swenson (1914-1915); James L. Brown, William H. Chamberlin, John C. Swenson (1915-1916); James L. Brown, Martin P. Henderson, John C. Swenson (1916-1919). The Department was renamed the Extension Division in 1920.

Description

Established: 1914

Abolished: 1920

Location: Provo, Utah (1914-1920)

Functions

The Extension Department served to administer courses to those who could not attend Brigham Young University. It offered correspondence courses, as well as extension courses, and worked to bring the spirit of education to all members of the Church.

Assets and Administrative Structure

The Extension Department operated under a three-man committee. Those who served on the committee were also members of the University Council.

Associated Units

Superior unit: Brigham Young University (1914-1920)

Later unit: Brigham Young University. Extension Division (1921)

Associated Archival Materials

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Sources

Brigham Young University Catalog 1914-1915; p. 72 (Committee members)

Brigham Young University Catalog 1915-1916; p. 76 (Committee members)

Brigham Young University Catalog 1916-1917; p. 84 (Committee members)


Maintenance Information

Record ID: EAC-2010-00037

Creator: UPB/ARC