University of Delaware

as a result the state of Delaware established Delaware State College near Dover for black students, which opened in 1892.) In 1891 and 1893, Delaware College received appropriations from the state for the construction of new buildings. One new building built with this money was Recitation Hall.
As a result of this additional funding, Delaware College was invigorated. New buildings, improved facilities, and additional professors helped the college attract more students. Student life also became more active during this period. In 1889, the first football game involving a team representing the college was played. Also in 1889, the college adopted blue and gold as the school's colors.
It was not until 1914, though, that the Women's College of Delaware opened on an adjoining campus, offering women degrees in home economics, education, and arts and sciences. Brick archways at Memorial Hall separated the men's and women's campuses and gave rise to the legend of the "Kissing Arches" (where students would kiss good night …