Department of Chemistry Fellowship Records
This collection houses applications and correspondence documenting fellowships in the University of Tennessee's Department of Chemistry between 1928 and 1934.
Dates
- 1928-1934
Conditions Governing Access
Collections are stored offsite, and a minimum of 2 business days are needed to retrieve these items for use. Researchers interested in consulting any of the collections are advised to contact Special Collections.
Conditions Governing Use
The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.
Extent
0.5 Linear Feet
Abstract
This collection houses applications and correspondence documenting fellowships in the University of Tennessee's Department of Chemistry between 1928 and 1934.
Biographical/Historical Note
The University of Tennessee's Department of Chemistry dates back to at least 1825 when President David Sherman bought $500 worth of chemical equipment for East Tennessee College. The Department's first Professor, Reverend Lucius F. Clark, was appointed in 1838. Students were taught by lecture and demonstration until student laboratory work was introduced in the mid-19th century. When East Tennessee University became the University of Tennessee in 1879, the chemistry curriculum was altered considerably and a full major was created. Charles Dabney further improved the program, increasing the number of staff, constructing a new science building, developing an extensive research program, and creating a BS program. The department began granting PhD degrees in 1947, and today offers respected graduate and undergraduate programs.
Arrangement
Collection consists of one box.
Acquisition Note
This collection was donated to University Archives.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository