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Fifty years ago this week…

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Deirdre Spencer

A warm congratulations to our Class of 2012, graduating this Saturday, May 12. Today we share with you this image of the Class of 1962 celebrating their Commencement in the then-new Corrigan Courtyard. How many of you from that Class … Continue reading →

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The art of Louisa Jenkins’ Sophia Mural

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Deirdre Spencer

The Spring 2012 issue of CA Modern, a magazine on Californian Mid-Century Modern architecture published by the Eichler Network, features a fascinating and colorful story on the art of mosaics, “Art Goes to Pieces.” In it, Senior Staff Writer David … Continue reading →

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College of the Holy Names old tennis courts

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Deirdre Spencer

The Valley Center for the Performing Arts was constructed on this location in 1994.

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College of the Holy Names card players

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Deirdre Spencer

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College of the Holy Names dorm room, 1964

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Deirdre Spencer

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Science class

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Deirdre Spencer

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College of the Holy Names circa 1890 and 1955

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Deirdre Spencer

A big thanks to Lincoln Cushing, Digital Archivist – Communications Consultant, of Kaiser Permanente Heritage Resources, who sent us a couple really terrific photos originally from the Oakland Tribune. Enjoy! The Holy Names College graduates, 1890. Holy Names College on … Continue reading →

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