University of Washington 1961 Convocation records, 1960-1961

Overview of the Collection

Creator
University of Washington
Title
University of Washington 1961 Convocation records
Dates
1960-1961 (inclusive)
Quantity
approximately .83 cubic feet
Collection Number
UW Resource No. 09280
Summary
Records of the 1961 convocation at the University of Washington
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

Presume open to all users

Languages
English

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Programs, correspondence, speeches, reports, news releases, clippings, ephemera, miscellany, quest lists, schedules (1960-61)

Historical BackgroundReturn to Top

The University of Washington 1961 Convocation, celebrating the 100th year of UW history, was held on Thursday, November 16, 1961 in Edmundson Pavilion. The main address was given by President John Kennedy and other notable speakers were Governor Albert D. Rosellini, Charles Odegaard, and Archbishop Thomas Connolly. Everyone associated with the university were given a half day to attend the event or to listen to it in another way. The event was covered on television and on radio since over 52,000 people tried to reserve tickets in the 10,000 seat pavilion. In total, the event staff planned it to cost between $7,500 and $12,000.

The Convocation was not limited to the events of the day alone. Publications about the University’s history were set to be published, guides to walking paths and trails through the university grounds were distributed, and the “Centennial Center”, a collection of art, photos, and memorabilia, was set up in Henny Gallery and Suzzallo. A press room was set up in the pavilion’s visiting team’s locker room. Everything someone would need for the event was organized to be sold in the bookstore.

As the capstone for the centennial celebration, the convocation brought many people to the university’s campus. The centennial celebrations began, however, with an alumni banquet back in February of the same year.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

All of this accession may be copied including the photocopy of Kennedy's speech. Use of the original speech requires permission of the University Archivist.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Arrangement

Organized into 2 accessions.

  • Accession No. 70-050, University of Washington 1961 Convocation records, 1960-1961
  • Accession No. 78-057, University of Washington, Convocation, 1961 records, 1960-1961

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

 

Accession No. 70-050: University of Washington 1961 Convocation records, 1960-1961Return to Top

.83 cu. ft.

Scope and Content: Programs, correspondence, speeches, reports, news releases, clippings, ephemera, miscellany, quest lists, schedules (1960-61)

Restrictions on Access: Presume open to all users

Restrictions on Use: All of this accession may be copied including the photocopy of Kennedy's speech. Use of the original speech requires permission of the University Archivist.

Description
University of Washington 1961 Convocation records

Accession No. 78-057: University of Washington, Convocation, 1961 records, 1960-1961Return to Top

1 folder

Scope and Content: Correspondence, minutes, miscellany (1960-61)

Restrictions on Access: Public Records (Public disclosure laws may restrict access to some records)

Restrictions on Use: Public Records (Use unrestricted when access is granted)

Description
University of Washington, Convocation, 1961 records

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Commencement ceremonies--Washington (State)--Seattle
  • University Archives/Faculty Papers (University of Washington)

Corporate Names

  • University of Washington--History--Sources

Other Creators

  • Corporate Names
    • University of Washington. University Archives (curator)