Hokkaido University School of Dentistry "Sister School" collection, 1973-2010

Overview of the Collection

Dpt
Clarke, J. Henry; Oregon Health & Science University. School of Dentistry
Title
Hokkaido University School of Dentistry "Sister School" collection
Dates
1973-2010 (inclusive)
Quantity
4 linear feet
Collection Number
2010-019
Summary
Louis Terkla, D.D.S., initiated the sister school connection between OHSU and Hokkaido University's schools of dentistry in 1973 to give students the option to travel to each city to develop their dental education. This collection consists of gifts, correspondence, photos, certificates, and various items collected in the relationship between the two schools.
Repository
Oregon Health & Science University, Historical Collections & Archives
OHSU Historical Collections & Archives
Oregon Health & Science University
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd. MC:LIB
Portland, OR
97239
Telephone: 5034945587
hcaref@ohsu.edu
Languages

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

This collection consists of materials donated by Dr. Henry Clarke, DDS. Included are gifts, correspondence, photos, certificates, and various items collected in the relationship between Hokkaido University School of Dentistry in Sapporo, Japan, and OHSU's School of Dentistry.

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Dr. Louis Terkla, DDS, initiated the OHSU and Hokkaido sister school connection starting in 1973 to give students the option to travel to each city to develop their dental education.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.

Preferred Citation

OHSU School of Dentistry Hokkaido University School of Dentistry collection, Collection Number 2010-019, Oregon Health & Science University, Historical Collections & Archives

Restrictions on Use

OHSU Historical Collections & Archives (HC&A) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections, however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with HC&A to determine if we can provide permission for use.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Acquisition Information

J. Henry Clarke, Professor Emeritus School of Dentistry School of Dentistry vault

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box
1 Two Framed Ohmoto prints.
undated
1 Gift acknowledgement label undated
1 AINU Carving label undated
1 OHSU/Hokkaido History description label undated
1 Sister School Affiliation label undated
1 OHSU delegation and Hokkaido faculty label for photo (not included) undated
1 English translation of Commemoration Statement undated
1 Commemoration Statement undated
1 Display/exhibit labels undated
1 Photo of Hokkaido University, Sopporo, Japan
This photo is prominent in the program for the "1973-1983 Commemoration Ceremony honoring the tenth anniversary of a Sister School Affiliation" included in the items transferred by Dr. Clarke.
undated
2 Wood carving depicting two Japanese figures undated
2 Weaving with carved wooden top and bottom
The back of the weaving has Japanese writing.
undated
3 Sister School Agreement
Louis G. Terkla, D.M.D. - Dean, University of Oregon Dental School Kinai Tomita, D.D.S., D.M.Sc. - Dean, Hokkaido University SOD Roy E. Lieuallen, ED.D., L.H.D. - Chancellor, Oregon State System of Higher Education Kichizo Niwa, D.Sc. - President, Hokkaido University
1974
3 Ten Year Anniversary Certificate 1983
3 Twenty Year Anniversary Certificate 1993
3 Fifteen Year Anniversary Certificate 1988
3 1 quadriptych; Asian style 4-panel painting undated
4 Candle holder
Single candle holder, 8 in. diameter, 5 in. tall, cement, and small beeswax candle
undated
4 Official Banner of Hokkaido University School of Dentistry
Display material found with photo of 1983 delegation describes this banner as a gift: "The Hokkaido University School of Dentistry presented its Official Banner to the [OHSU SOD]. This banner, with a backgraoud of green and white trillium in the center is shown [in the photo]. The Trillium is considered a weed in Sapporo. It grows on the University campus and blossoms from May to July. The Trillium is a very enduring weed and the ideogram for this plant means 'extending-life-weed'. Also seen on the banner are ideograms for the words 'tooth' and 'university'."
undated
4 Banner, 8x12 in., with SOD logo on a wooden rod undated
4 Small triangular block with Japanese writing undated
4 Small 4 in. black house shaped plaque with Japanese writing undated
5 Pair of Japanese wooden figures and base
Two dark wood carved figures about 12 inches tall with a dark wood base.
undated
6 Video tapes - Sister University Celebration
Two VHS copies, "Sister University Celebration - 9-30-99"
1999 September 30
6 Audio Tapes
Two audio tapes, one labeled "Master", other labeled "Japanese."
undated
6 Photograph -Hirokata Shimokobe explaining an ideogram
1983
6 Photograph - Dr. Terkla and others with flags and Commemorative plaque
Dr. Terkla and eight others hold a US flag, a Japanese flag, and a Hokkaido University School of Dentistry Official Banner. Probably from 1983 visit by delegation from Hokkaido Dental School. The pictured green banner of the Hokkaido University SOD is part of this collection
undated
6 Photograph -Dr. Terkla and others with gift
Yasunori Totsuka, Masaaki Kawamura,Osamu Nishikaze, Hirokata Shimokobe, Louis G. Terkla, Shoichi Iida, Kinai Tomita, Hiroshi Ueno, Shinji Nakamura, and Kazue Nakamura pictured. Also an art piece - weaving and wood carving - a gift from 1983 Hokkaido University delegation. Probably from 1983 visit by delegation from Hokkaido Dental School.
1983
6 Photograph -Terry Schrunk 1975(?) and Sapporo Delegation(?)
The sailboat model pictured was included in the materials given to OHSU HC&A by Dr.Clarke.
1975
6 Photograph -Kinai Tomita
Probably from 1983 visit by delegation from Hokkaido Dental School.
1983
6 Photograph -Osamu Nishikaze, D.Sc., M.D.
Probably from 1983 visit by delegation from Hokkaido Dental School.
1983
Folder
6 1 Photographs undated
6 2 Book in Japanese
8x6 in. paperback book with Hokkaido University's flower on the front cover, and its flower logo on the back. Completely in Japanese, there is the year 2001 after what seems to be an author's note. Photos throughout, and an architectural diagram at the front (with the year 1902) indicate this may be a history of the school. Prominence of the number 125 may indicate it is a 125th anniversary retrospective.
2001
6 3 Ceremony Program - 2 copies
Program for "1973-1983 Commemoration Ceremony honoring the tenth anniversary of a sister school affiliation."
1983 June 13
6 4 Tokyo Dental College Souvenir booklet
Titled: "Souvenir with Compliments of Tokyo Dental College". 11x8.5, 30 page, ribbon bound booklet, dated November 1930. Text describing history, funding, staffing and facilities. Floor schematics and black and white photos of facility. German and English text and photo descriptions.
1930 November
6 5 Book: "Columbia Dental College"
Book of compiled congratulatory messages in English and Japanese upon the opening of the Columbia Dental Center in Tokyo, Japan. Included is a letter from Dean Louis G. Terkla, D.M.D.
1974
6 6 Program book: "Scientific Session Program Abstracts"
Program book subtitle: "September 30, 1999; Sister School Affiliation: 1973 - 1999; Oregon Health Sciences University School of Dentistry & Hokkaido University School of Dentistry; On occasion of: OHSU School of Dentistry Centennial 1899- 1999". Schedule and abstracts of scientific sessions.
1999 September 30
6 7 Invitation to 100th anniversary of the School of Dentistry Celebratory Dinner
Invitation text reads: "Dean Sharon Turner invites you and a guest ot a celebratory dinner in honor of our sister school affiliation of 26 years and the 100th anniversary of the School of Dentistry.
1999 September 30
6 8 Correspondence, 100th anniversary of School of Dentistry
Correspondence, primarily regarding scheduling and drafts of communication with Hokkaido delegation in 1999 for the 100th anniversary of SOD. Also drafts of Sister School Affiliation Certificates. Correspondents include Thomas R. Shearer,Nobuo Katsura, Mayor, City of Sapporo; Vera Katz, Mayor, City of Portland; Jackie S. Powell, Administrative Coordinator, Office of Outreach, OHSU SOD; Akira Matsumoto, DDS., Ph D., Dean, Department of Dental Pharmacology, School of Dentistry, Hokkaido University.
1999
6 Blue City of Sapporo Folder undated
6 Book: "Hokkaido University
Book in Japanese seems to describe history and mission of Hokkaido University on the occasion of its 125th anniversary. Includes color and black and white photos and diagrams of buildings. Has similarities to book on 125th anniversary of Hokkaido School of Dentistry
1876-2001
6 OHSU-Hokkaido Sister Schools Dean's List
Item is a yelloi, hard plastic roll or pipe inscribed with the names of American and Japanese Deans of their respective schools. It is wrapped in chamois cloth and tied with leather thong.
1973-1993
Tortoiseshell Ship Model undated

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Education

Personal Names

  • Terkla, Louis G.

Corporate Names

  • Hokkaidō Daigaku
  • Hokkaidō Daigaku
  • Oregon Health & Science University. School of Dentistry

Geographical Names

  • Japan
  • Oregon

Occupations

  • Dentistry

Other Creators

  • Personal Names
    • Clarke, J. Henry (dpt)