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Personal Life, 1910 - 1992

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSF 508, Series 1

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Ernest J. McCormick papers document the life and career of Professor Emeritus and President of PAQ Services Ernest J. McCormick. The majority of the papers date from 1945 to the late 1980s. The McCormick papers document McCormick’s private life and professional career, particularly his professional activities during his tenure at Purdue University. Some personal papers are included, which document McCormick’s academic background, books from his personal library as a child, and materials about and by his daughters. Whenever possible, folder labels in series 2 and 3 have been maintained and complemented with the date range covered. Types of materials in the collection include: correspondence, reports, printed material (brochures, publications, newspaper clippings, books); certificates; diplomas; schedules and itineraries; rosters and lists, photographs; articles written by or about McCormick. Subjects extensively covered include Position Analysis Questionnaire (PAQ) related publications, ergonomics and human factor engineering.

Dates

  • 1910 - 1992

Access Information

Collection is open for research. One folder is restricted.

Extent

1.0 Cubic Feet (One box)

0.05 Cubic Feet (One folder and one oversize folder)

Language of Materials

English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository

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