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Arthur Beardsley papers, 1872 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.25 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: Arthur Beardsley was a Professor of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at Swarthmore College from 1872-1889 and Librarian of Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College from 1893-1917. The collection contains bound notebooks with handwritten math and science problems with solutions, diagrams, and proofs.

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Robert C. Brooks Papers, 1906-1940 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.5 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: Robert Clarkson Brooks (1874-1941) was a Professor of Economics at Swarthmore College from 1904-1908 and Joseph Wharton Professor of Political Science from 1912. The collection includes personal papers, including letters to a student, and lecture notes for various courses in political science.

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Charles B. Shaw Papers, ? (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.25 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: Copy of "Seeing Things in Print" Popular Lectures on Typographic History

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Swarthmore College Dean's Office records, 1871-2015 (inclusive)

Extent:: 55 linear ft.
Abstract:: The Dean of Students oversees vital aspects of student life, including pre-major academic advising, career services, health and psychological services, residential life, multicultural initiatives, and social and extracurricular activities. The Swarthmore College Dean's Office records, circa 1871-2005, include correspondence files, meeting minutes, reports, clippings from the student newspaper ("The Phoenix") and other publications, and other documents pertaining to student life on campus and administrative matters with which past Deans have been involved. Note that access is currently restricted to parts of this collection.

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Swarthmore College Admissions and Financial Aid records, 1869-2006 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.4 linear ft.
Abstract:: In the early years of Swarthmore College, applicants applied directly to the College President and the cost of attendance was $350 per year. In the 21st century, a separately staffed Admissions Office and an Office of Financial Aid exist to support these functions. This small collection, dating from 1869 to 2003, includes admissions blanks, lists of applicants, reports, and other materials that document Swarthmore's admissions and financial aid policies and procedures.

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Swarthmore College search committees records, 1974-1982 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.33 linear ft.
Abstract:: This collection consists of records of the New Presidential Nominating Committee for the 11th President of Swarthmore College, 1972-1973, and the Presidential Nominating Committee for the 12th President of Swarthmore College, 1981-1982, as well as records from hiring several other executive office positions: Dean of Students, Dean of the College, Assistant to the President, and Vice President of Finance. The files do not contain personal information about specific candidates. They do contain records about committee formation and procedures, job descriptions, templates for correspondence with candidates, committee meeting minutes and correspondence, and other papers.

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William J. Cooper Foundation Committee records, 1943-1974 (inclusive)

Extent:: 6.25 linear ft.
Abstract:: The William J. Cooper Foundation provides funding for lectures, exhibits, concerts, and performances at Swarthmore College. The Cooper Foundation Committee, composed of students, faculty members, and staff members, works with members of all campus constituencies to arrange events and residencies. The William J. Cooper Foundation Committee records, 1943-1974, consists of administrative files that primarily document the committee's efforts to select, arrange, and publicize events.

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Swarthmore College Outing Club records, circa 1961-1968 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.2 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: The Swarthmore Outing Club, still active and known as "The Outsiders" as of 2015, plans excursions such as hiking, climbing, and backpacking for students. In 1961, interested students in the Outing Club registered as Swarthmore Grotto #98, a student chapter of the National Speleological Society. This collection of Swarthmore Outing Club records, circa 1961-1968, consists of files on caves explored by the club and issues of the club's biannual newsletter.

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Phi Sigma Kappa, Phi Chapter Records, 1921-1991 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.25 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: The Phi Chapter of Phi Sigma Kappa was established at Swarthmore College in 1906. By 1991, it was abolished, a victim of mounting debt and student disinterest. The collection includes correspondence, 1956-1957, concerning the Chapter's pledging of an African American, the first at the College; other correspondence mostly concerning the mounting debt; and agreements and leases.

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Kappa Sigma Pi Records, 1958-1971 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:: Kappa Sigma Pi was the Pi Chapter of the national fraternity Kappa Sigma until 1962 when it was suspended on charges of "attempting to involve other chapters in organizing to defy some of the Kappa Sigma basic principles." The local folded in 1971 due to low membership and financial debt. This small collection contains material pertaining to its last years.

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