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Marjorie May Cowan (1911-2012) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/20
Abstract

Marjorie May Cowan obtained a B.S. degree in Liberal Arts from Northwestern University in 1933. A member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority, she was active in campus activities and social affairs. Her papers are contained in one half-size box and date from 1929-1934, 1949, and 1984. The bulk of the papers consists of Cowan's diaries. During the years 1932 through 1934 she kept detailed accounts of her social and academic activities and interests.

Dates: 1929-1933

Doreen Miller Papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 31/6/181
Abstract

The Doreen Miller Papers include color and black-and-white photographs, correspondence, newspaper clippings, audio-visual material, programs, and publications that document the life and work of alumna, Doreen Miller. Doreen K. (nee Conner) Miller (1922-2018) was born and raised in Royalton, Minnesota.

Dates: 1927 - 2018

Edith Capper Eustice (1877-1953) Scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/204
Abstract

Edith Capper Eustice (1877-1953) was a member of the Northwestern class of 1903, attending under the name Edith Capper. The collection consists of a facsimile copy of Eustice’s scrapbook, dating from the period circa 1903-1910.

Dates: circa 1903-1910

Tony Randall (1920-2004) Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/44
Abstract

This series is comprised of photographs pertaining mainly to Tony Randall's acting career.

Dates: approximately 1920 - approximately 1985

Lorraine H. Morton (1918-2018) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/140
Abstract After completing graduate studies at Northwestern University, Lorraine Hairston Morton was a teacher and principal in Evanston’s District #65. She served as the mayor of Evanston, Illinois from 1993 to 2009. Her Papers, spanning 1942-2018, include six boxes of documents and 291 megabytes of born-digital files, including speeches, correspondence, event programs, photographs, newspaper clippings, periodicals, and campaign information detailing her leadership. 15 boxes contain awards given to...
Dates: 1942-2014

Macha Lucile Vance (1882-1970) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/34
Abstract Macha Lucile Vance received a diploma from Northwestern University's School of Oratory in 1903, and returned to the University in 1906 to pursue post-graduate study in the School of Oratory. Her papers papers fill one box and consist mainly of notebooks containing literary excerpts, other readings, and voice and gesture exercises for use in elocution and oratorical training. These notebooks, dating between 1901 and 1904, relate to Vance's studies at Northwestern as well as to her private...
Dates: 1901-1907, 1953, 1971, and undated

Sara Frances Bragdon (1886-1957) Papers

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Identifier: 31/6/22
Abstract Sara Frances Bragdon graduated from Northwestern University, Phi Beta Kappa, with a bachelor of arts degree in 1908. Bragdon's chief academic interests centered on classical, French, and English Literature. Her papers are contained in one half-size box and date between 1898 and 1964. Included are biographical materials relating largely to Bragdon's study at Northwestern University and an elocution journal, 1898-1912, consisting of both handwritten and typescript copies of poetry and prose...
Dates: 1898-1964

University Housing Budget Records

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Identifier: 30/11
Abstract The series of Northwestern University's Housing Administration budget records fills three and one-half archival boxes and spans the years 1947-48 to 1980-81. The budget material consists of annual profit and loss statements (or income and expense reports) complied at the end of each academic year. The statements pertain to income and expenses of university dormitories, apartments, and commons areas. Records include room service and food service income and expenses; student counseling costs;...
Dates: 1947-1981

Records of the Northwestern University Associates

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Identifier: 6/4/2
Abstract The records of the Northwestern University Associates spanning the years 1951-1982 comprise three boxes. The bulk of the records date from 1960 to 1981. There are no records for the years 1958-59. The records consist primarily of lists, correspondence, notes concerning the Associates' quarterly luncheon programs and membership. A typical folder includes: catering invoices for the luncheon programs; duplicating invoices; luncheon menus; annual attendance records; annual luncheon program...
Dates: 1951-1982

University Circle Records

 Collection
Identifier: 0/3/1
Abstract

The University Circle was established in 1915 to "promote fellowship and to advance the interests of Northwestern University" among woman who held, or whose spouse held, an official connection with the University. Records include minutes; annual reports; President's files; officers' records and reports; committee materials; special interest group materials; financial records; publicity materials; and membership cards.

Dates: 1915-2014

Hermit and Crow Collection

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/126
Abstract

Hermit and Crow was an all-male theatre organization that was active at Northwestern University from 1914 until roughly 1924. The Hermit and Crow Collection is a sparse aggregation of all materials relating to the group from the Northwestern University Archives general files. The collection is predominantly clippings from various newspapers, clippings from the Northwestern yearbook (Syllabus), and songbooks and programs from the group's shows.

Dates: 1914 - 1971; Other: Majority of material found within 1914 - 1925

Frances E. Willard (1839-1898) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 40/2
Abstract

The Frances E. Willard papers are arranged in one half-size box and date between 1871 and 1978. Biographical materials, correspondence, materials related to a proposed marble statue, and a temperance pamphlet and petition are included.

Dates: 1871 - 1998

Louann Hurter Van Zelst (1928- ) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/33
Abstract

Louann K. Hurter attended Northwestern University where she took a bachelor of science degree in 1949 and a master of arts degree in 1951; both degrees were in Speech. The Louann Hurter Van Zelst papers fill one box and are comprised mainly of course materials relating to her studies in dramatic production at Northwestern.

Dates: 1945-1982, and undated

Minutes of The Board of Personnel Administration

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: 30/5
Abstract

This series consists of two bound volumes containing the minutes of the Board of Personnel Administration from its establishment in 1936 through May 13, 1942.

Dates: 1936-1942

Women's Board of Northwestern University Records

 Collection
Identifier: 1/2/1
Abstract

This series consists of four boxes of records of the Women's Board of Northwestern University covering the years 1978-1986. It is arranged in seven categories including founding data; anniversaries; executive committee records; correspondence; directory publication materials; meeting program materials and membership committee records.

Dates: 1978-1988

Ardis Kuhnen Godeman (1929-2017) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/170
Abstract

Ardis Nadine Kuhnen graduated from Northwestern University with a Bachelor of Science degree (majoring in art) in 1951. Her papers contain art coursework, and information about student life in the late 1940s and early 1950s. The papers include some material related to her father, Arthur Nicholas Kuhnen.

Dates: 1947-1951, n.d.

Susan Korman Kahan (1946- ) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/198
Abstract

The Susan Korman Kahan (1946- ) Papers span the years 1963-1970. The collection contains scrapbooks, correspondence, and memorabilia from her college years.

Dates: 1963 - 1970

Edith W. Cooke (1888-1975) Scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/81
Abstract The Edith W. Cooke scrapbook spans the years 1907 through 1913 with the bulk of the materials dating from 1910 through 1911. It offers a glimpse into the social life of a young woman on campus during those years, and especially highlights the activities of the Delta Delta Delta sorority. The materials include invitations, dance cards, party favors and name tags from many social events on campus, including those held by the sorority. The scrapbook also contains several pages of calling...
Dates: 1907-1913

Genieve L. Doering (1904-1979) Student Handbook

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/101
Abstract The Genieve L. Doering Student Handbook provides a unique and very personal view of student life at Northwestern in the early 20th century. Each year, Northwestern University students received a Student Handbook—a small (3 x 5) cloth-bound book, published by the campus University Christian Associations. The Handbooks comprised an introductory message from President Walter Dill Scott, information regarding Northwestern's campus, history, and organizations, as well as a substantial quantity of...
Dates: 1925-1926

Records of the Director of Dormitories and Undergraduate Housing

 Collection
Identifier: 30/12
Abstract The Director of Dormitories and University Housing at Northwestern University oversaw the leasing, decorating, and maintenance of fraternity and sorority houses, dormitories, and dining halls. The Records of the Director of Dormitories and Undergraduate Housing fill four archival boxes and one drop-front box. The materials are arranged in two categories: administrative files and building files. Although the files span the years 1937-1971, the bulk of the materials falls within the 1940s and...
Dates: 1937-1971

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