President (University of Michigan) publications, 1909-2007

Summary

Creator:

University of Michigan. President.

Abstract:

The publications of the University of Michigan President and publications produced by the office record the public life of the university president and document the concerns of the university in response to current events and pressures. The records include publications from inaugurations, State of the University Addresses, letters, and event programs. The most significant records are commission findings, essays and lectures, and university reports.

Extent:

1.6 linear feet

Language:

English

Call Number:

06126 Bimu 2

Authors:

Finding aid created by Kyle Conner, 2006; Updated, Polly Reynolds, 2007 Chris Schunter, 2015 Last update: July 2015

Background

Scope and Content:

The publications of the President record the public life of the University President and document communication with the campus community and public about the concerns of the university in response to current events and pressures. The records span the years 1909 to the present, with the bulk of the collection covering the years 1985-2000.

The material includes publications from inaugurations, State of the University Addresses, letters, and event programs. The most significant publications are commission findings, essays and lectures, and university reports. These records document university investigations and responses to concerns such as women's issues and future university expansion. These publications also contain materials relating to bestowing honorary degrees, financial reports, and speeches to community organizations. Also included are some hard copy print-out examples of presidential email announcements. Some publications (or their successors) may no longer be available in print but are available on the school s website.

Biographical / Historical:

For historical sketch of the President's office see the finding aid for President (University of Michigan) records.

Acquisition Information:

Publications are received periodically from the unit (donor no. 566 ).

Accruals:

Periodic additions to the records expected.

Rules or Conventions:

Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS)

Subjects

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Names:

University of Michigan. President.
University of Michigan -- Administration.
Tappan, Henry Philip, 1805-1881.
Angell, James Burrill, 1829-1916.
Little, Clarence C. (Clarence Cook), 1888-
Ruthven, Alexander Grant, 1882-1971.
Hatcher, Harlan Henthorn, 1898-
Fleming, R. W. (Robben Wright), 1916-2010.
Shapiro, Harold T., 1935-
Duderstadt, James J., 1942-
Bollinger, Lee C., 1946-
Coleman, Mary Sue.
White, B. Joseph.