In 1916, Dr A.D. Brown formalized the 'Intramural Athletic Program' as part of the Division of Health and Physical Education, making it the third oldest program of its kind in the United States. Dr A.D Browne would serve as the first Program Director.
During the 1916-17 academic year, Langton Hall, formerly known as the Men's Gymnasium was fully completed for the use of recreation.
A graduate of Oregon Agriculture College in 1918, Ralph Coleman was appointed the Intramural Director in 1919 by Dr A.D. Browne. Coleman held this position until 1945.
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The Women's Building was completed in 1926. It was designed as a physical education facility for women during a time when women's participation was increasing.
The Intramural Sports Program becomes a department in College of Health and Physical Education.
The Intramural Fields on 26th and Intramural Way opened.
Director Ralph Coleman introduced the Intramural Managers to the department. These men directly supervised the sports and were responsible for the arrangement of schedules.
