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Series 2. Civil Rights, 2005, 2011-2012, bulk 2011-2012

 Series

Scope and Contents

From the Record Group: This collection contains materials created and donated by Shippensburg University undergraduate students of Dr. Steven Burg and Dr. John Bloom of the Shippensburg History & Philosophy Department. The Oral History Collection weaves the story of student lives and faculty experiences throughout different periods at Shippensburg University told in their own voice. The collection includes oral history transcripts, audio recordings on CDs, student papers, and release forms. The record group includes Series 1 (Residence Life), Series 2 (Civil Rights), Series 3 (Meet Me at Stewart Hall), Series 4 (Disabilities), Series 5 (APSCUF Strike), and Series 6 (Shippensburg Railroad). There is a printed subject index list located in the front of each box 1 for each series to assist with research.

Dates

  • 2005, 2011-2012, bulk 2011-2012

Conditions Governing Access

Access to personal and confidential materials are restricted for 75 years from the latest dated record in the file.

Series 2, Box 1, Folder 5 is restricted because the donor did not sign a consent form.

Extent

From the Record Group: 1.48 Linear Feet (6 archives boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Overview

The series contains alumni and faculty firsthand recollections of their experiences with civil rights on campus. The documents in this series include oral history transcripts, audio recordings on CDs, student papers, and restricted release forms. Box 1, Folder 5 is restricted. There is a printed subject index list located in the front of box one to assist with research.

Arrangement

Administrative documents are located at the front of the box followed by all other folders in alphabetical order.

Repository Details

Part of the Shippensburg University Archives & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Ezra Lehman Memorial Library room 207
Shippensburg University of PA
1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg PA 17257
717-477-1123 x3357