Woman's Educational Society

In 1889, Mary Slocum, wife of Colorado College’s third president William Slocum, founded the Woman’s Educational Society.

The Woman’s Educational Society of Colorado College (WES) contributes funds toward tuition and book allowances for 21 Colorado College women who have been selected as WES Scholars.

This organization was founded to support the growth of the college and any female students in need of “physical, intellectual and spiritual aid.”