Repository: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center / Year: <span class="single" data-blrl-single="1982">1982</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

University of Pennsylvania 250th Anniversary Commission Collection, 1940-1993 (inclusive) 1986-1992 (bulk)

Extent:: 7 cubic feet
Abstract:: The University of Pennsylvania celebrated its 250th anniversary in 1990. With planning beginning as early as 1986. The collection documents in rich detail all anniversary events which present a kaleidoscopic view of the University life, its past as well as its present.

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Eliot Stellar Papers, 1938-1993 (inclusive)

Extent:: 47 cubic feet
Abstract:: Eliot Stellar, a noted physiological psychologist, was a professor in the Department of Anatomy at the University of Pennsylvania from 1960 – 1993, and provost from 1973 – 1978. He was also active in many professional societies, including the American Philosophical Society. The Eliot Stellar Papers, 1938-1993, document the professional activities of Dr. Stellar -- his teaching, research, his administrative duties at the University of Pennsylvania, as well as his responsibilities with other organizations outside the University.

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Harry Harris Papers, 1777-1990 (inclusive) 1946-1990 (bulk)

Extent:: 8.1 cubic feet
Abstract:: Harry Harris was an internationally-renowned biochemist and a leading scientist in the field of human genetics. The collection documents the professional career of Dr. Harry Harris and certain aspects of his personal life.

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Howard Van Locke Collection, 1907-1999 (inclusive) 1907-1910 (bulk)

Extent:: 16 items
Abstract:: Howard Van Locke attended the Medico-Chirurgical College. This collection consists of personal documents or objects related to Locke's experience at the Medico-Chirurgical College, as well as a reminiscent account of Howard Van Locke by his daughter Gwen Locke Gibson.

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Josiah C. McCracken Papers, 1906-1993 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.5 cubic feet
Abstract:: Josiah C. McCracken's outstanding athletic abilities led to his admission to the University of Pennsylvania in 1896. At Penn, he was elected president of his class for four years, and served as president of the Christian Association for three years. He also graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1901. McCracken would spend a good part of his career in China where he served as chief surgeon of St. Luke's Hospital. The collection, though small in volume, represents two important aspects of Josiah C. McCracken's rich and splendid life--his brilliant achievement as an all-round star athlete at Penn and his life-long devotion to the development of medicine in China.

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Alfred Joseph Rieber Papers, 1960-1995 (inclusive)

Extent:: 3 cubic feet
Abstract:: Alfred Joseph Rieber was noted scholar of Russian History. In 1965, he was appointed Professor of History at the University of Pennsylvania, and eventually was appointed Chairmanship of the History Department and Associate Deanship of the School of Arts and Sciences. The papers of Alfred J. Rieber relates to his time as a professor and as Chairman of the History Department at Penn.

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Carroll Smith-Rosenberg Papers, 1971-1990 (inclusive)

Extent:: 3.5 cubic feet
Abstract:: Carroll Smith-Rosenberg is an American historian who taught at the University of Pennsylvania from 1970 – 1996. The papers of Carroll Smith-Rosenberg document her research interest and teaching experience at Penn.

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David Y. Cooper Papers, 1821-1999 (inclusive) 1978-1990 (bulk)

Extent:: 8 cubic feet
Abstract:: David Y. Cooper was a graduate and later faculty member of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, well known for his research work in a number of fields. This collection primarily documents his work and reserach into topics relating to the history of medicine and the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.

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School of Veterinary Medicine Records, 1832-1991 (inclusive) 1877-1991 (bulk)

Extent:: 10 cubic feet
Abstract:: One of the oldest of its kind in North America, the School of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Pennsylvania is the only veterinary school in the United States that was a direct outgrowth of the University's School of Medicine. It was founded in 1882 when University Trustee Joshua Bertram Lippincott donated $10,000 for the purpose of establishing veterinary school within the University. The Historical Material series records the school in its formative stage. It features minute books for the Board of Managers, 1889-1954, for the faculty, 1909-1963, and for alumni societies, 1901-1960. The Administration series constitutes the bulk of the collection. Included in it are a biographical data file of faculty members and prominent alumni.

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Class Collection, 1836-1996 (inclusive)

Extent:: 30 cubic feet
Abstract:: Class traditions and annual reunions at the University of Pennsylvania date back to the mid-nineteenth century. The Class Collection documents the academic traditions and alumni activities of various classes and schools of the University of Pennsylvania dating back to the mid-nineteenth century.

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