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Title
Date(s)
- 1966-1973 (Creation)
Extent
7.2 Cubic feet
Container summary
(6) cartons
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Name of creator
Administrative history
Content and structure elements
Abstract
The Ohio State University Centennial Commission was established in 1971 to re-examine and define the University's mission, goals, and academic objectives for the next 25 years. It produced its final report in 1973. The Ohio State University, Centennial Commission Records contain administrative files produced by the Centennial Commission between 1966-1973, including drafts, reports, minutes, and materials used to research, formulate goals, and make recommendations for the future of the University.
Preferred citation
[identification of item], Ohio State University, Centennial Commission Records, RG 35.E.3, Ohio State University Archives, Ohio State University Libraries
Scope and content
The Ohio State University, Centennial Commission Records contain administrative files produced by the Centennial Commission between 1966-1973. The collection includes task force reports, drafts, final reports, minutes, articles, and other materials used to research, formulate goals, and make recommendations for the future of the University. Topics of materials include curriculum, athletics, finance, student housing, recreation, accessibility, and demographics.
System of arrangement
Materials are arranged in the order received.
Conditions of access and use elements
Conditions governing access
Materials in this collection are available for patron research, but may be used only in the University Archives Reading Room. Audiovisual materials may need a use copy produced before access is allowed. Some materials in this collection may be stored off-site, and are only available if requested 72 hours in advance of your visit. Contact the University Archives for more information.
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Conditions governing reproduction
Materials in this collection may be protected by copyright, and are made available for research and educational purposes. In general, the OSU Libraries do not own the copyright for materials from our collections and cannot grant copyright permissions for these materials. The user is responsible for making a final determination of copyright status. If copyright protection applies, permission must be obtained from the copyright holder to reuse, publish, or reproduce the work beyond the bounds of fair use or other exceptions to the law. Works in the public domain are not protected by copyright and do not require permission to use.
Languages of the material
English
Scripts of the material
Language and script notes
English
Finding aids
Acquisition and appraisal elements
Custodial history
Immediate source of acquisition
Accession Number UA.1973.0050: Graduate School, date unknown; Accession Number UA.1980.0033: Centennial Commission, date unknown; One other unknown accession
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Accruals
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Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related archival materials
Ohio State University Archives Subject Files: Centennial Commission
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Notes element
Biographical / Historical Note
The Ohio State University Centennial Commission was established in 1971, the end of the University's centennial year. It was formed partly in response to the 1970 student disturbances. The Commission was tasked with re-examining and defining the University's mission, goals, and academic objectives for the next 25 years. It was also charged with identifying the strengths and weaknesses of the campus. The Commission was comprised of 16 members: 3 students, 3 administrators, 2 alumni, and 8 faculty members. The Commission produced the report, "Directions for the Future," in February 1973.
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Description control element
Rules or conventions
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Sources used
Archivist's note
Finding aid written by Karen Glenn, 2016 February
Archivist's note
Finding aid prepared by Karen Glenn
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Subject access points
Place access points
Name access points
- Ohio State University--History (Subject)
- Ohio State University--Planning (Subject)
- Ohio State University. Centennial Commission (Subject)