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Universities and colleges -- Tennessee.

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 294 Collections and/or Records:

Angus Orr Medal and Report Card

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0334
Abstract

This collection houses an 1885 report card for Angus E. Orr and an 1887 Medal of the Editor of the Chi Delta Literary Society.

Dates: 1885-1887

Arthur Seymour Scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0483
Abstract

This collection houses two scrapbooks compiled by Arthur G. Seymour documenting his time at the University of Tennessee. They include articles and mementos from University events, Kappa Sigma membership, and the many activities and honors of Seymour himself.

Dates: 1933-1939

Barbara Blount Research

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0602
Abstract

This collection houses Neal O'Steen's research into Barbara Blount, including articles from the Tennessee Alumnus and handwritten notes.

Dates: 1792-1973

Bet Fryer Collection of University Memorabilia

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0051
Abstract

This collection is composed primarily of memorabilia documenting Bet Fryer's time at the University of Tennessee, including newspaper clippings, programs, brochures, certificates, trophies, and a cap.

Dates: 1941-1998; Majority of material found within Bulk 1941-1948

Bill Clinton Letter

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0513
Abstract

In this letter, President Bill Clinton congratulates the University of Tennessee on its two-hundredth anniversary. He writes that education at such colleges as Tennessee is the key to our future and expresses his best wishes for a memorable celebration.

Dates: 1994 March 25

Black Students’ Union Orientation Handbook

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0594
Abstract

This collection houses an orientation handbook for black students issued by the Black Students' Union in 1969. It includes an introduction to the Black Students’ Union, statements from the organization's President, information about academics and social life, and photos of People to Know, including admissions counselors, faculty, and athletes.

Dates: 1969

Blount College Tuition Receipt

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0201
Abstract

This collection houses a receipt showing that William Clay paid Blount College eight dollars of tuition for his son, Clement Clay, on May 6, 1805. This document has the distinction of being the oldest known item in the University of Tennessee Archives.

Dates: 1805 May 6

Building Dedication Records

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0608
Abstract

This collection houses planning information and schedules documenting building dedications and ceremonies on the University of Tennessee campus.

Dates: 2001-2002

Bursar and Registrar Business Records

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0250
Abstract

This collection houses approximately 16,500 bills, orders, receipts, and contracts documenting the University of Tennessee between 1893 and 1912. Among the subjects represented are the University Boarding Club (1897-1900), Knoxville College (1897-1898), and the Library (1893-1910). Also included are contracts made between the University and various fraternities for boarding in the fraternity houses.

Dates: 1893-1912

Bursar and Registrar Records and Reports

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0259
Abstract This collection houses official materials documenting the office of the University Bursar and Registrar between 1893 and 1908. The majority of the material concerns budgeting matters and includes figures for the University as a whole and for such individual entities as the Agricultural Experiment Station and the University of Tennessee Boarding Club. Other materials include appropriations, travel expenses, University statistics, correspondence with Federal agencies, and various University...
Dates: 1893-1908

Business Manager Records

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0264
Abstract

This collection consists primarily of contracts made between the University of Tennessee and such organizations as the V. L. Nicholson Construction Company, the U.S. Government, and the Tennessee Valley Authority. These documents are arranged alphabetically by company. Also included are bonds and leases (arranged alphabetically by company) and campus building specifications (arranged alphabetically by building).

Dates: 1940-1960

By-Laws of the Board of Trustees

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0054
Abstract

This collection includes single pamphlet entitled The By-Laws of the Board of Trustees, as adopted on January 22, 1920. It includes rules, procedures, meetings, voting policies, committees, and duties of the trustees.

Dates: 1920 January 22

C. B. Alexander Collection

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0170
Abstract

This collection houses materials collected by University of Tennessee student Cyrus B. Alexander. These items include an Athletic Association ticket for intercollegiate games during the 1919-1920 season, a tuition receipt for the second term of 1918-1919, a pamphlet for the Summer School of the South's Manual Training and Mechanical Drawing program, and a newsletter from Charles Ferris, Dean of Engineering, dated July 12, 1921.

Dates: 1918-1921

Campus Publications

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0656
Abstract

This collection houses newsletters published on the University of Tennessee campus (including the Law School's Taylor Times, the Medical Center's Monitor, and alumni newsletters) and correspondence documenting their content and development.

Dates: 1982-1992

Carnicus Program

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0586
Abstract

This collection houses the program for the May 1958 Carnicus entitled Ye 1958 Carnicus or Much Ado About Nothing. Among the skits performed were parodies of Peyton Place and Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower.

Dates: 1958 May 2-3

Center for Business and Economic Research Annual Report

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0598
Abstract

This collection houses the 1973-74 Annual Report of Research and Service Activities issued by the Center for Business and Economic Research on the University of Tennessee campus. It includes background and objectives, descriptions of studies conducted, and notes on funding.

Dates: 1973-1974

Center for Textile Materials Research Proposal and Correspondence

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0657
Abstract

This collection houses a proposal and supporting correspondence advocating the designation of UT’s Center for Textile Materials Research as a campus Center of Excellence.

Dates: 1984

Center for the Study of War and Society Administrative Files

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0501
Abstract This collection contains administrative files documenting the early years of the University of Tennessee's Center for the Study of War and Society. These materials include documents showing the Center's establishment, proposals for symposiums, and correspondence between Charles Johnson and the Tennessee State Museum regarding possible partnerships. Also included are monthly reports from the University’s Office of the Treasurer listing Center expenditures and Johnson’s 1987 outline to the...
Dates: 1987-1992

Chancellor Search Committee Report

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0667
Abstract

This report, produced by the advisory search committee participating in the search for a Chancellor, includes short biographies of committee members, notes from meetings, schedules of interviews, and other information.

Dates: 1973 September 24

Chancellor’s Campus Newsletters

 Collection
Identifier: AR-0553
Abstract

This collection houses biweekly newsletters published by the University of Tennessee's Office of the Chancellor. These publications discuss educational funding, university policies, international initiatives, and other campus news. During the time period represented here (1975-1984), Jack Reese was serving as the University's Chancellor.

Dates: 1975 January; 1975 September 22-1984 February 13