Herbert B. Asher Oral History Transcript and Audiocassette Recordings 2003 October 27

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Reference code

RG.40.243

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Title

Herbert B. Asher Oral History Transcript and Audiocassette Recordings

Date(s)

  • 2003 October 27 (Creation)

Extent

0.06 Cubic feet

Container summary

(8) audiocassettes, (1) file folder

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Abstract

The Herbert B. Asher Oral History Transcript and Audiocassette Recordings contain a transcript and recordings, dated October 27, 2003. Interview discussion topics include various key issues in the administration of the university, including the construction of the Schottenstein Arena under President Gee. Herbert Asher was a professor of political science, Special Assistant to the President for Government Relations, and Senior Vice President for Government Affairs at Ohio State University.

Preferred citation

[identification of item], Herbert B. Asher Oral History Transcript and Audiocassette Recordings, RG 40.243, Ohio State University Archives, Ohio State University

Scope and content

The Herbert B. Asher Oral History Transcript and Audiocassette Recordings contain a transcript and 8 audiocassettes of the interview, conducted by Marvin Zahniser on October 27, 2003. Interview discussion topics include various key issues in the administration of the university, such as budgets, funding, tuition, construction and building issues, including the construction of the Schottenstein Arena under President Gee, as well as rival interests in competing for public and private dollars.

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Materials are arranged in the order received.

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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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Contains audiocassettes.

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Languages of the material

  • English

Scripts of the material

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    English

    Finding aids

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    Custodial history

    Immediate source of acquisition

    Accession Number UA.2004.0087: Herb Asher

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    Ohio State University Archives Biographical File: Herbert B. Asher

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    Biographical / Historical Note

    Herbert B. Asher (1944-) was a professor of political science at Ohio State University. He also served as Special Assistant to the President for Government Relations and Senior Vice President for Government Affairs.

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    Describing Archives: A Content Standard

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    Archivist's note

    Finding aid written by Karen Glenn, 2016 September

    Archivist's note

    Finding aid prepared by Karen Glenn

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