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Since 1956 the International Board on Books for Young People has presented the Hans Christian Andersen Award to a living author or illustrator (added in 1966) who has made a lasting contribution to children's literature. The McCormick Library’s collection of materials for the Hans Christian Andersen Awards consists of the biennial informational dossiers submitted by candidates for 1992 - 2004, clippings, reviews, and dust jackets by some of the authors or illustrators. All of the awards books have been cataloged for the Northwestern University Library and will be found in the online catalog.

The Alex Hepple Papers contain materials about his association with South African trade unions, particularly the Garment Workers' Union. Hepple's concern for equality of opportunity, especially for the African labor force, is evidenced in his newspaper articles and other writings, and in the parliamentary debate records.