Mary Manse College (Toledo, Ohio) 1970 Yearbook / Annual - w Graduating Class Photo

1970 BRECIAN - Yearbook for Mary Manse College in Toledo, Ohio. Includes graduating class collage photo with  names.

A bit of dust from storage but overall very good. See photos for best depiction.


AI Says:
Mary Manse College was a Catholic women's college in Toledo, Ohio, that operated from 1922 until its closure in 1975 due to financial difficulties.
History and Academics
Founding: The college was founded in 1922 by the Ursuline Order of nuns at the request of the Bishop of Toledo, Samuel Stritch, to provide higher education for Catholic young women.
Affiliation: It initially operated under a shared charter with St. John's University (a Jesuit institution), and was known as the Women's College of St. John's.
Accreditation: Mary Manse became a degree-granting institution recognized by the Ohio State Board of Education in 1926 and received accreditation in 1933.
Curriculum: The college offered degrees in arts and sciences, music, medical technology, and nursing education, with a notable focus on education and nursing programs.
Growth and Transition: Enrollment peaked in the 1960s. In 1971, in response to changing times and economic pressures, the college transitioned to coeducation and appointed its first lay president in 1974.
Legacy
Closure: Despite its legacy of over 50 years and graduating over 3,000 students, the college declared bankruptcy and closed in 1975.
Remaining Buildings: Most of the former campus buildings became part of St. Ursula Academy. Notable remaining structures include the Collingwood Arts Center and Saint Angela Hall.
Alumni Association: A dedicated and proud alumni association keeps the college's story and legacy alive, organizing events like annual masses and luncheons. Bowling Green State University now handles transcript services for graduates.

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