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sjrhoads · Sep 17, 2008, 11:40 AM

Hi:

Anybody hear of Stratford Women's college (advertised in the back of Glamour Magazine in 1975)? The school went bankrupt (thanks mom and dad for checking that out in advance? ) and I was transferred to Tampa College (which was also bought out) I need transcripts from this/these Florida Colleges

sherrysinspire · Jan 3, 2009, 08:51 AM

I went to Stratford Women's College in 1975-76. They went bankrupt in 76 and I was not able to get any transcripts back then. I had to start over with another college. The list of Forida colleges that have closed over the years is unbelievable!

sherrysinspire · Jan 3, 2009, 08:59 AM

Try the Florida Dept of Education website. I have to get transcripts fom another Florida college that closed down-- Southern College.

Teri557 · Feb 5, 2009, 01:52 AM

Sherry, I also went to Stratford College in 75-76. Since then I have always listed it along with the address (222 Polk Street I believe!) I've listed a couple of names of teachers, what I majored in (Public Relations) and that I graduated. I'm not sure why you are needing the transcripts now but NEVER have I been questioned or doubted except to be asked if I was aware it was closed.
FYI, I don't know if you ever knew why it closed... not a good thing. So you won't be getting any type of paperwork from there anyway.
What fun I had when I went there though... especially our trip to the Bahamas! Just wished I'd done a little more studying and a little less partying! I was 17 my parents dumped me there and moved on to Puerto Rico. Not a good thing to do to a young girl from a small Colorado town!
Anyway... sorry but I hope I was able to help you with the info!

sherrysinspire · Feb 5, 2009, 04:26 AM

I just got my transcript from Southern College the college after Stratford . I was in the group that went to NYC-that was a lot of fun! My roomates went to the Bahamas.

donnamalloy · Apr 2, 2009, 05:17 PM

Hi Sherry: I went to Stratford too the same time 75-76-- I was in the fashion merchandising program. I have kept in touch with a few of our classmates! We are planning a reunion... we would love to know your name or if you have a Facebook, see a picture so we can remember you...

As for the transcripts, I am having the same problem now. I had to start over again. I did find an old transfer notice I had from another school that did take and accept 16 of my credits only. My current school however, needs official transcripts so I am going to see if the school that did accept them in 1993 has a record. It is my only hope. Last I had heard, the Tampa College is now Florida Metropolitan University. Unfortunately, I didn't remember the address (Hillsborough?) to find the exact college. So I am in the same boat as you. I may try that Florida Dept of Education that was mentioned in the responses to this question. I hope you all see this message, because anyone who lived at Temple Terrace and or La Mancha Dos we are looking for them to come to our reunion. I found Vicky Mobley, Kerry Guest and Jvonna Mier. Anyone else you know... please let's talk!

Donna

sjrhoads · Apr 3, 2009, 03:05 PM

Hi Sherry:

I am so glad to finally find someone. I felt like I was dreaming that all up. I have been searching for some contacts for quite a long time.

I also was in the Public Relations and Travel. I went to the Bahamas with the group too. I did not keep touch with anyone. My roommates were Robin, Terry, Edie. I have forgotten the others' names.

I came to Stratford from PA and then stayed in Tampa after I graduated. I met my ex, had a wonderful son. Got divorced. Got married again. Had two more sons. It has been interesting.

Thank you for your help about the transcripts. I am wanting to go back to school at this new life stage of empty nest.

I would be interested in a reunion.

Thank you,
Sue

Debze · Apr 8, 2009, 11:33 AM

Hi Girls,

I, too, went to Stratford from 1975 - 1976... what a small world! I haven't been in touch with any of my roommates, but I majored in Public Relations/Travel and went on the trip to the Bahamas... what fun!
I am looking for any credits that can be applied from my time there, but doesn't look good... oh well... better late than never, I guess. Anyone else had any luck in that department?