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University History Collection
Historical documents, photographs, and records documenting the university's founding and development.
1,245 items
1875-2023
Last updated: 2023-11-15
Curator: Dr. Eleanor Thompson
Collection Overview
Date Range:1875-2023
Total Items:1,245
Digital Items:876
Physical Items:369
Finding Aid:Available
Last Updated:2023-11-15
Curator:Dr. Eleanor Thompson
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Collection Tags
founding
campus development
historical
administration
presidents
Featured
Digital Access
University Charter, 1875
Original founding charter establishing the university, signed by state officials.
Document1875-03-12
Featured
Digital Access
First Graduating Class, 1879
Photograph of the university's first graduating class of 12 students.
Photograph1879-06-05
Digital Access
Original Campus Map, 1880
Hand-drawn map of the original campus layout with five buildings.
Map1880
Digital Access
President's Annual Report, 1890
First published annual report detailing university operations and finances.
Publication1890-09-01
Digital Access
Student Handbook, 1895
Early student handbook outlining rules, regulations, and campus activities.
Publication1895
Digital Access
Main Building Construction, 1910
Photographic series documenting the construction of the iconic Main Building.
Photograph Series1910-1912
World War I Service Records
Records of university students and faculty who served in World War I.
Documents1917-1919
Digital Access
Centennial Celebration Materials
Programs, photographs, and memorabilia from the university's centennial celebration.
Mixed Materials1975