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University Archives. Purdue University Archives

 Collecting Area
Identifier: University Archives
The University Archives preserves materials created by or related to Purdue University, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and associated organizations.

Found in 1716 Collections and/or Records:

V. E. Gibbens papers

 Collection — Communal collections box 6, Placement: 27
Identifier: MSA 121
Scope and Contents

The papers consist of one folder which contains publications by V. E. Gibbens.

Dates: 1942 - 1944

Clifford C. Furnas papers

 Collection — Communal collections box 6, Placement: 20
Identifier: MSA 114
Scope and Contents

The papers consists of one folder which contains articles by Clifford C. Furnas.

Dates: 1926 - 1930

Russell G. East collection

 Collection — Communal collections box 6, Placement: 04
Identifier: MSA 100
Scope and Contents

Memorial booklet for Russell G. East.

Dates: undated

Purdue University Fraternities and Sororities collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 159
Scope and Contents The Purdue University Fraternities and Sororities collection documents the history and activities of the fraternities and sororities at Purdue. Contained in the collection are numerous fraternity and sorority newsletters and magazines. There are some records provided by the Dean of Students Office in 1995 and include correspondence and financial information sheets. Among the other material in the collection are petitions for membership, constitutions and by-laws, membership directories and...
Dates: 1885 - 2008; Other: Majority of material found within 1995 - 2005

Earl D. Coatney collection

 Collection — Communal collections box 4, Placement: 13
Identifier: MSA 70
Scope and Contents

Announcement - Commencement Exercises, Purdue University, February Class of 1950.

Dates: 1950

Business Office Memoranda, Purdue University

 Collection — Box 1 shelf
Identifier: UA 88
Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Purdue University Rules and Regulations Governing Students collection

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: MSK 2
Scope and Contents The Purdue University Rules and Regulations Governing Students collection documents some of the earliest Purdue student rules and regulations. Among the collection are various "Rules and Regulations Governing Students" brochures; pledge forms regulating behavior, "Matriculation Regulations and Pledge," a 1913 Regulations for the Government of Athletics and "Manual of the Corps of Instruction," 1914.Some of the unique rules and regulations found in the collection are; Dormitory...
Dates: circa 1880 - 1950

Schedule of Classes, Purdue University

 Collection — Box 1 shelf
Identifier: UA 99
Scope and Contents

Bound volumes

Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Purdue University Office of the Registrar, Degrees Conferred

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: UA 36
Scope and Contents The Purdue University Office of the Registrar, Degrees Conferred (1992-1999; 0.2 cubic feet) provides a statistical breakdown of the various degrees. Included in the reports are degree titles and abbreviatons and historical degree level for the years 1975-1976 to the year being reported. Also included are "degrees by degree title, session and gender;" "degrees by school, degree level, session and gender;" "degrees by school, program, session and gender." Some of the reports provide...
Dates: 1992-1999

Purdue University School of Medicine collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 174
Scope and Contents The Purdue University School of Medicine collection documents the history of the short-lived School of Medicine of Purdue University, from its 1905 inception until its eventual 1908 merger with Indiana University and transformation into the current Indiana University School of Medicine. Topics covered in the collection include pre-medical courses offered at Purdue prior to 1905; early attempts by Indiana medical colleges to merge with Indiana University and Purdue University; the 1905...
Dates: 1895 - 1997; Majority of material found within 1905 - 1907

Collection on the Purdue University seal

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 119
Scope and Contents

The collection on the Purdue University seal documents the evolution of the seal (griffin brand or logo). Materials include correspondence, articles, printed ephemera, artifacts, and Purdue publications, including publications from World War II such as "Purdue serves because Purdue was prepared: Purdue University in the war" by Thomas R. Johnston and a Purdue Alumnus issue from 1943.

Dates: undated

Graduate School Records, Purdue University

 Collection — Box 1 shelf
Identifier: UA 93
Dates: Other: Dummy Date

Joseph Burke Knapp scrapbook

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: MSA 335
Scope and Contents The Joseph Burke Knapp scrapbook contains news clippings, programs, photogaphs, postcards, and other information related to Knapp's senior year at Purdue University.  A popular student and great athlete, much of the scrapbook consists of sports notes, news, photographs, items, pins, and ribbons attached in the beginning of the scrapbook as well as loose materials near the end of the scrapbook.  The scrapbook also includes details about the 1903 train wreck that claimed the lives of several...
Dates: 1900 - 1905

Harrison Hall records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 106
Scope and Contents

The Harrison Hall records contain photographs, slides, and negatives taken during events held at the dormitory. Information regarding the Cavalier Club such as past membership as well as the code and bylaws governing the club can also be found.

Dates: 1978 - 1994

Purdue Residence Hall Council records

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: UA 107
Scope and Contents

The Purdue Residence Hall Council Records contains the drafted constitution of the organization as well as meeting minutes over the course of eight years. Attendance logs and budgeting information are included.

Dates: 1975 - 1983

Purdue World War I announcements and publications collection

 Collection — Communal collections box 53, Placement: 01
Identifier: MSP 251
Scope and Contents

The Purdue World War I announcements and publications collection contains several publications regarding the assistance Purdue provided to the United States during its involvement in World War I. Other publications within the collection relate to life at Purdue during this period.

Dates: 1917 - 1919

Purdue World War II announcements and publications collection

 Collection — Communal collections box 53, Placement: 02
Identifier: MSP 252
Scope and Contents

The Purdue World War II announcements and publications collection contains several publications regarding Purdue's contributions to the United States Military during World War II. Materials include accelerated wartime course syllabi and other class information offered to those planning on joining the military are located in the collection.

Dates: 1941 - 2006

Office of Future Engineers records

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: UA 108
Scope and Contents

The Office of Future Engineers records (2000-2014; 0.25 cubic feet) is a collection of recruitment and admission materials published by Purdue University and the College of Engineering. These materials include booklets, pamphlets, brochures, sample admission letters, slides, and other published items. Materials in this collection are organized into a single series, arranged chronologically.

Dates: 2000 - 2014

Class of 1909 Meeting Minutes

 Collection — Communal collections box 48, Placement: 03
Identifier: UA 109
Scope and Contents

This volume contains the Class of 1909 meeting minutes and adopted resolutions relating to class member activities and reunions. Insights into the annual tank scrap between freshmen and sophomores, class business and elections of various positions are described. Class members are listed in the first alumni meeting (pp.76-87). All notes are collected in one bound volume.

Dates: 1905 - 1919; Majority of material found within 1905 - 1909

Stewart Center records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 110
Scope and Contents

The Stewart Center records contain floor plans and materials related to the building's construction and correspondence between Dr. John H. Moriarty and various distinguished groups and individuals invited to the dedication ceremony. A program from the first student play held in Loeb Playhouse is also contained within the collection as well as several library documents.

Dates: 1955 - 1980

Ross-Ade Stadium records

 Collection — Communal collections box 60: Series UA 23, series 4, Placement: 01
Identifier: UA 112
Scope and Contents

The Ross-Ade Stadium Records contains two information pamphlets about Ross-Ade Stadium and the Ross-Ade Foundation, one from 1924 and one from 1925. They list members of the Ross-Ade Foundation as well as provide information about the recreational field and stadium.

Dates: 1924 - 1925

Lawson Computer Science Building records

 Collection — Communal collections box 60: Series UA 23, series 4, Placement: 02
Identifier: UA 113
Scope and Contents

The Lawson Computer Science Building records contains an information booklet about the building and its donors and two blank greeting cards featuring an illustration of the building on the front.

Dates: 2006

Schwartz Tennis Center records

 Collection — Communal collections box 60: Series UA 23, series 4, Placement: 03, Folder: 01
Identifier: UA 114
Scope and Contents

The Schwartz Tennis Center records contains information about the center and its donors.

Dates: May 11, 2007

Lilly Hall of Life Sciences records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 115
Scope and Contents

The Lilly Hall of Life Sciences records document the planning, development, and construction of Lilly Hall. It consists of correspondence, technical drawings, floor plans, maps, architect construction specifications, photographs and negatives, reviews of life science buildings at other institutions, and reports of departmental needs for the new building. Also included are two booklets advertising the building following its completion.

Dates: 1939 - 1963; Majority of material found within 1948 - 1957

Purdue Bell Tower records

 Collection — Communal collections box 60: Series UA 23, series 4, Placement: 05
Identifier: UA 116
Scope and Contents

The Purdue Bell Tower records contain a brochure about the Bell Tower acknowledging the Class of 1948 and their contributions as well as a list of items placed in the 1995 time capsule meant to be opened in 2095.

Dates: 1994 - 1995