University of Washington, University Police records, 1968-2008

Overview of the Collection

Creator
University of Washington. University Police
Title
University of Washington, University Police records
Dates
1968-2008 (inclusive)
Quantity
2.63 cubic feet (3 boxes, and 2 vertical files and 2 scrapbooks)
Collection Number
UW Resource No. 00135
Summary
Records of the University of Washington Police Department
Repository
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

Public records, but advance notice is required to allow for screening of materials protected from disclosure by law. Please contact Special Collections for more information.

Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

The UW Security Office (Police Department) reports to the Director of the Physical Plant Department which in turn reports to the Vice President for Business and Finance.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Scrapbooks, planning and policy documents, correspondence, annual reports, internal reports and regulations, and minutes related to the University of Washington Police Department. Also includes photographic materials such as slides, contact sheets, photos, negatives and corresponding data logs.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Restrictions may exist on copying, quotation, or publication. Contact Special Collections, University of Washington Libraries for details.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Arrangement

Organized into 6 accessions.

  • Accession No. 03-015, University of Washington, University Police records, 2002
  • Accession No. 84-006, University of Washington, University Police records, 1968-1975
  • Accession No. 88-017, University of Washington, University Police records, 1969-1970
  • Accession No. 95-260, University of Washington, University Police records, 1981-1983
  • Accession No. 22-005, University of Washington Police Department records, 1989-2008
  • Accession No. 22-036, University of Washington, University Police records, 1984-2002

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

 

Accession No. 03-015: University of Washington, University Police records, 2002Return to Top

0.46 cubic feet (1 box, including 1 binder and 1 CD)

Scope and Content: First volume of a history which documents the changes in UW campus law enforcement from 1908 until 1979. Includes copies of general correspondence, interdepartmental letters, annual reports, internal reports and regulations, and photographs. An electronic version of the history is included on CD-ROM. The history was compiled by Steve Robinson, a past member of the UW Police Department.

Restrictions on Access: Public records, but advance notice is required to allow for screening of materials protected from disclosure by law. Please contact Special Collections for more information.

Restrictions on Use: Public Records—not subject to copyright. Copying, quotation, publication and other uses are unrestricted if records are open for public release.

Acquisition Info: Steve H. Robinson, 2002-11-18

Accession No. 84-006: University of Washington, University Police records, 1968-1975Return to Top

0.46 cubic feet (1 box)

Scope and Content: Interdepartmental correspondence (1970) and Physical Plant Dept. and Police Dept. Staff Meeting minutes, 1968-75.

Restrictions on Access: Public records, but advance notice is required to allow for screening of materials protected from disclosure by law. Please contact Special Collections for more information.

Restrictions on Use: Public Records—not subject to copyright. Copying, quotation, publication and other uses are unrestricted if records are open for public release.

Acquisition Info: Transferred by URC, 1984-02-01

Accession No. 88-017: University of Washington, University Police records, 1969-1970Return to Top

1 vertical file

Scope and Content: Photographs, 1969-70.

Images show the aftermath of the bombing at the University of Washington administration building, June 29, 1969 and Clark Hall, October 13, 1970. The images showing damage to the administration building also show damage to Suzzallo Library and Parrington Hall.

Restrictions on Access: Public records, but advance notice is required to allow for screening of materials protected from disclosure by law. Please contact Special Collections for more information.

Restrictions on Use: Public Records—not subject to copyright. Copying, quotation, publication and other uses are unrestricted if records are open for public release.

Acquisition Info: Transferred by University police, 1988-03-17

Accession No. 95-260: University of Washington, University Police records, 1981-1983Return to Top

1 vertical file

Scope and Content: Annual reports; 1981-1983.

Restrictions on Access: Public records, but advance notice is required to allow for screening of materials protected from disclosure by law. Please contact Special Collections for more information.

Restrictions on Use: Public Records—not subject to copyright. Copying, quotation, publication and other uses are unrestricted if records are open for public release.

Acquisition Info: Transferred by Publications Area, 1990-01-01

Accession No. 22-005: University of Washington Police Department records, 1989-2008Return to Top

1.52 cubic feet (2 scrapbooks)

Scope and Content: Two scrapbooks of UWPD news clippings (1989-2001, 2002-2008)

Restrictions on Access: No restrictions on access.

Restrictions on Use: Status of creator's copyrights is unknown; restrictions may exist on copying, quotation, or publication. Users are responsible for researching copyright status before use.

Acquisition Info: Transferred by Ernesto Herrera, University of Washington Police Department, 2021-10-12

Container(s) Description Dates
box:oversize Accession
1 22-005
Scrapbook
1989-2001
2 22-005
Scrapbook
2002-2008

Accession No. 23-036: University of Washington, University Police records, 1984-2002Return to Top

0.19 cubic feet (1 box)

Scope and Content: Includes a Policy and Procedures manual as well as a 1984 mission statement. Also includes a data log, slides, negatives, and contact sheets related to photographic evidence.

Restrictions on Access: No restrictions on access.

Restrictions on Use: Public Records—not subject to copyright. Copying, quotation, publication and other uses are unrestricted if records are open for public release.

Acquisition Info: Transferred Robyn Riley, UW Police Department, 2016-07-20

Container(s) Description Dates
Box/Folder Accession
1/1 23-036
Policy and Procedures Manual
1996-2002
1/2 23-036
Role and Mission Statement
1984
1/3 23-036
Emblem
undated
1/4 23-036
Photographs and Photographic Data Log
1990-1993

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • University Archives/Faculty Papers (University of Washington)

Other Creators

  • Corporate Names
    • University of Washington. University Police (creator)
    • University of Washington. University Archives