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Student Correspondence and Writings Collection, 1768-2020 (inclusive)

Extent:

19 boxes and 4 digital files

Abstract:

The Student Correspondence and Writings Collection contains original materials from the university archives that document aspects of student life as experienced by students at Princeton University.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

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Historical Subject Files Collection, 1746-2019 (inclusive)

Extent:

442 boxes, 21 folders, and 8 items

Abstract:

The Historical Subject Files Collection documents Princeton University history and related topics from 1746 to the present. The collection consists of documents in almost every two-dimensional format: articles, books and booklets, clippings, correspondence, memoranda, non-photographic images, notes, pamphlets, posters, and reports.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

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Syllabi and Course Materials Collection, 1826-2005 (inclusive)

Extent:

33 boxes

Abstract:

The Syllabi and Course Materials Collection brings together original materials from the university archives that document the content of classes taught at Princeton University.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

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Princeton University Printed Materials Collection, 1999-2015 (inclusive) 2007-2015 (bulk)

Extent:

7 boxes and 1 folder

Abstract:

The Princeton University Printed Materials Collection is made up of programs, small newsletters, brochures, announcements and ephemera that are issued by University offices, departments and programs as well as by student organizations.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

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Office of the Provost Records, 1953-2020 (inclusive) 1967-2015 (bulk)

Extent:

396 boxes, 1 folder, and 1 websites

Abstract:

The Office of the Provost record group contains the records created and compiled by the Princeton University Office of the Provost since its establishment in 1966. As of 2018, this collection includes the files of the second provost, William G. Bowen GS '58, through the tenth provost, Amy Gutmann, whose tenure ended in 2004. The files consist of correspondence, memoranda, reports, notes, speeches, publications, and other assorted material.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

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Office of Dean of the Faculty Records, 1781-2016 (inclusive)

Extent:

159 boxes, 1 folder, 4 items, 45 volumes, and 444 digital files

Abstract:

Princeton University's dean of the faculty is the senior administrator responsible for the quality and well-being of the faculty and professional staffs of the university. In the past, the office has been responsible for matters ranging from student discipline to undergraduate academic life and the curriculum. This record group consists of the files of the faculty, the dean, the office, and its staff. In addition to the office's subject files, the collection includes the records of faculty meetings, faculty and University committees, and the personnel files of faculty, senior staff, and trustees.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

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Graduate School Centennial Records, 1998-2001 (inclusive)

Extent:

8 boxes

Abstract:

Following a scholarly tradition that originated with James Madison, who after commencement in 1771, remained for a year of extra study, Princeton's Graduate School was established officially by the Trustees in late 1900 and began its operations in the fall of 1901. Consists of materials that document the Graduate School's centennial celebration, including posters, banners, programs, and video tapes of the centennial lecture series.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]