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Phi Beta Kappa Society, Alpha of Illinois Chapter Records

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/5
Abstract The series of records, 1887-1969, of the Alpha of Illinois chapter of the Phi Beta Kappa Society, comprising fourteen boxes, includes eleven boxes of chapter records, one of national activities, one of materials pertaining to other chapters, and one of Phi Beta Kappa publications. The Alpha of Illinois chapter records contains an extremely comprehensive file of constitutions and by-laws, meeting minutes, correspondence, financial records, and member listings. National activity materials...
Dates: Other: Majority of material found within 1900 - 1970

Barbara Harris (1935-2018) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 55/58
Abstract

The Barbara Harris (1935-2018) Papers consists of 3 boxes devoted to materials related to the actress’s career on stage, film, and television. The materials span the years 1961 to 2011 and includes biographical materials, playbills, teaching notes, photographs, VHS and audiocassette tapes, and 1.86 gigabytes of digitized files.

Dates: 1961 - 2018

Northwestern University Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Collection

 Collection
Identifier: 25/12
Abstract

The Northwestern Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Collection includes plaques, All-American certificates, programs, academic certificates, correspondence, photographs, record logs, and scrapbooks.

Dates: 1911-2008

Tony Randall (1920-2004) Papers

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Identifier: 31/6/44/1
Abstract The papers of the stage, motion picture and television actor Tony Randall fill four boxes and span the period 1937-2004. The bulk of the papers consists of clippings from newspapers and magazines concerning Randall's career, involvement in politics, social engagements, and biography. One folder contains Randall's handwritten class notes from courses he took as a student at Northwestern University (1937-1938). The notes are identified by course name and are...
Dates: 1937-2004

Patricia Neal (1926-2010) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/108
Abstract

The personal papers of stage, movie, and television actress Patricia Neal fill 80 boxes and span the years 1926-2011. The papers comprehensively document both Neal’s professional career and personal life. Materials include clippings, correspondence, documents, theatre and movie ephemera, photographs, and artifacts.

Dates: 1926-2011; Other: Date acquired: 01/10/2011

Northwestern University Settlement Association Clubs and Classes Attendance and Registration Cards

 Collection
Identifier: 41/5
Abstract

This series comprises boxes of Attendance Cards for Northwestern University Settlement clubs and classes, and boxes of three-by-five individual Registration Cards.

Dates: 1886-1953

Lenora E. Clark Diary, Northwestern University Settlement Records

 Collection
Identifier: 41/10
Abstract Clark's diary is a four-by-six, bound book. The printed title page describes it as “Ward's ‘Line a Day’ Book, A comparative record for five years” (copyright 1892). The ‘comparative’ format is unusual: each page is printed with a month and date, and is divided horizontally into five sections; the diarist fills in the events of each date five years in a row, resulting in a unique retrospective view. In order to fit so many entries on each small page, each entry is allotted only four short...
Dates: 1906-1910

Records of the Practical Theatre Company

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Identifier: 55/47
Abstract The Practical Theatre Company (PTC) was a Chicago-based theatre company founded by Northwestern University students and active throughout the 1980s. Its productions included new plays, satiric agitprop, rock and roll events, and a series of successful improvisational comedy revues. The PTC, whose motto was “Art is Good”, is notable for the fact that the entire cast of its 1982 improvisational comedy revue, “The Golden 50th Anniversary Jubilee” (Brad Hall, Seinfeld star Julia Louis-Dreyfus,...
Dates: 1979 - 2011; Other: Majority of material found within 1979 - 1989; Other: Date acquired: 04/09/2012

Records of Perpetual and Transferable Scholarships

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Identifier: 0/7/1
Abstract

The Records of Perpetual and Transferable Scholarships comprise 5 boxes and document the history of scholarship bonds sold by Northwestern University between 1853 and 1867. Purchased bonds could be redeemed either for perpetual or transferable scholarships in order to send a student to Northwestern University without subsequent payment of tuition.

Dates: 1853-2017, undated

Records of the Northwestern University Settlement Association Records North Shore Junior Board

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Identifier: 41/9
Abstract This collection consists of 11 boxes organized in 4 series: Administrative Notebooks, 1959-1983; Benefit Committee records, 1978-1986: President's Books, 1980-1986; and Publicity records, 1969-1977. The materials include: meeting agendas and minutes; correspondence; treasurer's reports; financial records; tax letters; committee notes, secretary, treasurer, and chairman reports; meeting agendas and minutes; guidelines; calendars; annual reports; yearbook materials; press releases; clippings;...
Dates: 1937-1992

School of Speech Personnel Files

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Identifier: 20/16
Abstract The School of Speech Personnel Files consist of personnel files for faculty members. The bulk of the records postdate 1945, when more accurate records were kept. There is, however, some material dating as far back as 1897. All faculty members whose files are included in this series have either retired, resigned, or are deceased. The folders contain vitae; correspondence between individuals and the dean, his assistants, and others; application letters and forms sometimes accompanied by...
Dates: 1897 - 1978; Other: Majority of material found within 1945 - 1978

Northwestern University Settlement Association Glass Transparency Slides

 Collection
Identifier: 41/13
Abstract

The collection consists of 100 glass transparency slides (3.25 x 4 inches), also known as magic lantern slides, divided into two thematic clusters, dating from the turn of the 20th century, and identified with the Northwestern University Settlement.

Dates: 1891 - 1920

Gwendolen M. Carter, (1906-1990) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 35/10
Abstract The Gwendolen M. Carter Papers chronicle Carter's career as a political scientist and Africanist from the 1930's through the 1970's (a small amount of earlier material is also included.) The bulk of the collection dates from approximately 1960 through approximately 1975. Carter's South African research interests and her activities as director of Northwestern University's Program of African Studies are especially well documented. The collection is divided into eight sections: Personal Papers;...
Dates: 1915-1991

Alumnae of Northwestern University Records

 Collection
Identifier: 0/6/1
Abstract The Alumnae of Northwestern University, originally called the Associate Alumnae, was founded in 1916. Its purpose was “to further projects of interest to the women of the University and to promote friendly intercourse between alumnae of all departments.” Through their current programs - continuing education classes, NU Day, and WAA-MU patrons - the Alumnae raise funds to provide a variety of fellowships and grants to the University's students and faculty. This series is arranged in twelve...
Dates: 1929-1992

Records of Zeta Phi Eta

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/70
Abstract Zeta Phi Eta, the first professional Communications fraternity at Northwestern University for students of the School of Oratory (later the School of Communication), was founded in 1893 and continues today as a national professional organization. Records in this collection span the years 1890-1992, with the bulk of the material dating between 1965 and1985, and include historical material related to the Northwestern University chapter as well as materials relating to the national...
Dates: 1893-1992

Lodilla Ambrose (1865-1927) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 9/1/7
Abstract The Lodilla Ambrose Papers document Ambrose's life and career at Northwestern University Library, spanning the years 1883-2001, with an emphasis on her time spent as Assistant Librarian at the University. Three biographies written about Ambrose (two in draft form) are filed at the start of the collection. Other biographical materials include high school, college and alumni records, mentions of speeches made by Ambrose, brief biographical listings in publications, and correspondence inquiring...
Dates: 1883-2001

Paul Jacob Luker (1889-1970) Scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: 31/6/58
Abstract

The materials in the Paul Jacob Luker scrapbook date between 1909 and 1916 and document his social and academic life at Northwestern University and the University of Michigan. Included are many newspaper clippings, photographs, dance cards, printed materials, and other memorabilia.

Dates: 1909-1916

Margaret Pfrommer Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 18/3/19/2
Abstract Margaret Pfrommer was a consumer advocate for people with severe disabilities. She contracted polio in 1956, which left her only with the ability to move her head. Experiencing many difficulties herself she began advocacy work for the handicapped and disabled. Her goal was to enable those people to work independently, and live dignified, productive lives. This collection fills 14 boxes (including one box with slides) and spans the years from 1969 through 2008. It contains biographical and...
Dates: 1969 - 2008; Other: Majority of material found within 1973 - 1998; Other: Date acquired: 06/02/2011

Northwestern University Settlement Association Records Scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: 41/7
Abstract The Northwestern University Settlement Association was founded in 1891 by a group of administrators and faculty from Northwestern University in order to provide social services, educational programs, referrals, and emergency relief to a poor immigrant neighborhood on Chicago's near northwest side.The scrapbooks in this series, compiled by different groups associated with the Northwestern University Settlement, typically contain newspaper clippings, programs, photographs, and other printed...
Dates: 1917-1984

Northwestern University Settlement Association Records Case Files

 Collection
Identifier: 41/2
Abstract The Northwestern University Settlement Association was founded in 1891 by a group of administrators and faculty from Northwestern University in order to provide social services, educational programs, referrals, and emergency relief to a poor immigrant neighborhood on Chicago's near northwest side. The Case Files typically feature a case number, client name and the names of immediate family members, their ages, address, occupation, a summary of the problem or problems which resulted in...
Dates: 1908-1975

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Northwestern University (Evanston, Ill.). Office of the President 4
Northwestern University (Evanston, Ill.). University Archives 4
Scott, Walter Dill, 1869-1955 4
Carter, Gwendolen Margaret, 1906-1991 3
Krause, Alvina, -1981 3
Mack, Raymond W. 3
Northwestern University (Evanston, Ill.)--Buildings 3
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Vittum, Harriet E. (Harriet Elizabeth), 1872-1953 3
Avery, James Edward, 1949-1999 2
DeCrow, Karen 2
Koch, Theodore Wesley, 1871-1941 2
Mason, Claudine V., 1899-1993 2
National Federation of Settlements and Neighborhood Centers 2
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Northwestern University Settlement (Chicago, Ill.)--Administration 2
Northwestern Wildcats (Swimming and diving team) 2
Paden, John N. 2
Rachwalski, Michael M. (Michael Matthew), 1901-1987 2
Randall, Tony 2
Willard, Frances E. (Frances Elizabeth), 1839-1898 2
Woman's College of Northwestern University 2
Women's Educational Aid Association 2
Abrahams, Richard (Richard T.) 1
Adelphic Literary Society (Northwestern University) 1
Ahmad, Qudsia Khurshid Holozada, 1912-2009 1
Alpha Epsilon Phi. Omicron Chapter (Northwestern University) 1
Alpha Omicron Pi 1
Alumnae of Northwestern University 1
Ambrose, Lodilla 1
American Association of Teachers of French. Chicago/Northern Illinois Chapter 1
American Association of University Women 1
American Economic Association 1
Asolo Theater (Sarasota, Fla.) 1
Barber, Ethel M., 1914-1999 1
Beck, Joan, 1923-1998 1
Behrstock, Julian, 1916-1997 1
Bergen, Edgar, 1903-1978 1
Berolzheimer, Isobel, 1900-1937 1
Bienen, Leigh B. 1
Boyd, Elisabeth Blossom 1
Bragdon, Sara Frances, 1886-1957 1
Buettner, Virginia, 1917-2004 1
Chapin Hall (Evanston, Ill.) 1
Clara, Lu 'n' Em (Radio program) 1
Clark, Lenora E. 1
Community Fund of Chicago, inc. 1
Cooke, Edith Whitcomb, 1888-1975 1
Corley, Ellen 1
Craig, Ronald L. 1
Croxton, Blanche Grigson, 1883-1969 1
Cumnock, Robert McLean, 1840-1928 1
Daily Northwestern (Evanston, Ill.) 1
Daniels, Arlene Kaplan, 1930-2012 1
Deibler, Frederick Shipp, 1876-1961 1
Dickhaut, Florence Lillian Smith, 1887-1972 1
Doering, Genieve Linda, 1904-1979 1
Downs, David, 1946- 1
Elliott, Mabel A. (Mabel Agnes), 1898-1990 1
Eustice, Edith Capper, 1877-1953 1
Evans, Bergen, 1904-1978 1
Fadiman, Clifton, 1904-1999 1
Famous Writers School 1
Farrell, James T. (James Thomas), 1904-1979 1
Flagg, Ann, 1924-1970 1
For Members Only 1
Foster, Leila Merrell 1
Fowler, Charles Henry, 1837-1908 1
Francis, Tod Huntington, 1959- 1
Gardner, Henry B. (Henry Brayton), 1863-1939 1
Garrison, Alice King, 1906-2002 1
Geisler, Marjorie Cowan, 1911-2012 1
Gilbert, Barry, 1876-1961 1
Gilbert, Mary Ramage Peterson, 1876-1954 1
Girton, Daisy Myrtle, 1880-1963 1
Gloria Christi Lutheran Campus Church 1
Godeman, Ardis Kuhnen, 1929-2017 1
Goetzl, Alfred 1
Goetzl, Franz R., 1914-1981 1
Grannis, Macha Vance, 1882-1970 1
Grubb, Ethel Robinson, 1890-1975 1
Haider, Donald H. 1
Harris, Barbara, 1935-2018 1
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