William Griffith Oral History Transcript and Audiocassette Recordings 2003 March 27

Identity elements

Reference code

RG.40.259

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Title

William Griffith Oral History Transcript and Audiocassette Recordings

Date(s)

  • 2003 March 27 (Creation)

Extent

0.03 Cubic feet

Container summary

(1) file folder, (2) audiocassettes

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Content and structure elements

Abstract

The William Griffith Oral History Transcript and Audiocassette Recordings contain a transcript with audio recordings of an oral history interview on March 27, 2003. Griffith discusses his contributions as Head of Campus Planning at the Ohio State University, the creation of the University District Organization, making the campus accessible, and campus construction.

Preferred citation

[identification of item], William Griffith Oral History Transcript and Audiocassette Recordings, RG 40.259, Ohio State University Archives, Ohio State University

Scope and content

The William Griffith Oral History Transcript and Audiocassette Recordings contain a transcript and audiocassette recordings of an oral history interview with William J. Griffith conducted by Charles Corbato on March 27, 2003. Griffith discusses his contributions during sixteen years as Head of Campus Planning at the Ohio State University, the creation of the University District Organization, making the campus accessible, the construction of West Campus, Lincoln and Morrill Towers, and the rebuilding of University Hall.

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Material is 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.

Physical access

Contains audiocassettes.

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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.2005.0022: William Griffith

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    Related archival materials

    Ohio State University Archives Biographical File: William J. Griffith

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    Biographical / Historical Note

    William Jesse Griffith (1928-2012) was a professor in the College of Education at Ohio State University. He became the assistant vice president in the Office of Campus Planning and Space Utilization in 1967.

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    Rules or conventions

    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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