Central Washington University Office of the President, Historical Materials, 1890s-1994
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Central Washington University. Office of the President
- Title
- Central Washington University Office of the President, Historical Materials
- Dates
- 1890s-1994 (inclusive)18901994
- Quantity
- 1.5 cubic feet, (2 legal sized document boxes; 1 oversize box) : Correspondence, newspaper, photographs in fair condition with some aging to older items
- Collection Number
- RG014-06-02
- Summary
- This collection consists of miscellaneous documents related to the history of Central Washington University, from its founding to 1994.
- Repository
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Central Washington University, Archives and Special Collections
Archives and Special Collections
Central Washington University
400 E University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Telephone: 509-963-1023
Fax: 509-963-3684
archive@cwu.edu - Access Restrictions
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Open to the public for educational research
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
The Office of the President at Central Washington University originated with the appointment of a Principal for Washington State Normal School by the Board of Trustees in the fall of 1891. The title of Principal was changed to President in 1914 and continues in use to the present day.
Content Description
Items in this collection document the establishment of Washington State Normal School, changes to its name, administrative and curriculum changes, consolidation attempts, student life, scholarships, anniversary celebrations, student protests against the Vietnam War, building construction, land use zones, and lists of early graduates.
Historical Background
Central Washington University began as the Washington State Normal School in 1891. In 1937, the school was rechristened the Central Washington College of Education. In 1961, the school became Central Washington State College and, finally, in 1977, Central Washington University.
Use of the Collection
Preferred Citation
[Name of document or photograph number]. RG014-06-02, Central Washington University Office of the President, Miscellaneous Historical Materials. Archives and Special Collections, Brooks Library, Central Washington University.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Establishment of Normal SchoolDates: 1890sContainer: Box/Folder 1-1
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Description: CWU HistoryDates: 1900-1909Container: Box/Folder 1-2
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Description: Public EducationDates: 1905-1909Container: Box/Folder 1-3
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Description: CWU History, NewspaperDates: 1900-1909Container: Box/Folder 1-4
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Description: CWU HistoryDates: 1910-1919Container: Box/Folder 1-5
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Description: State Auditor’s ReportDates: 1913Container: Box/Folder 1-6
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Description: 25th AnniversaryDates: 1916Container: Box/Folder 1-7
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Description: CWU HistoryDates: 1920-1929Container: Box/Folder 1-8
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Description: CWU History, NewspaperDates: 1920-1929Container: Box/Folder 1-9
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Description: CWU History, FinancesDates: 1922-1923Container: Box/Folder 1-10
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Description: Hall PassDates: 1927Container: Box/Folder 1-11
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Description: Name ChangesDates: 1937-1977Container: Box/Folder 1-12
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Description: 50th “Golden” AnniversaryDates: 1941Container: Box/Folder 1-13
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Description: Scholarships and AwardsDates: 1944-1966Container: Box/Folder 1-14
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Description: Scholarships and Awards, NewspaperDates: 1949-1964Container: Box/Folder 2-1
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Description: CWU HistoryDates: 1960-1969Container: Box/Folder 2-2
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Description: CWU History, NewspaperDates: 1960-1969Container: Box/Folder 2-3
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Description: Central’s Years of DissentDates: 1965-1973Container: Box/Folder 2-4
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Description: 75th AnniversaryDates: 1966Container: Box/Folder 2-5
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Description: Changes in Administration/CurriculumDates: 1967-1971Container: Box/Folder 2-6
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Description: Psychology Building ArchitectureDates: 1968-1973Container: Box/Folder 2-7
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Description: CWU HistoryDates: 1970-1979Container: Box/Folder 2-8
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Description: 100th AnniversaryDates: 1987-1991Container: Box/Folder 2-9
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Description: Centennial Symposium SpeakersDates: 1991Container: Box/Folder 2-10
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Description: Wahle BarbecueDates: 1994Container: Box/Folder 2-11
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Description: PhotographsContainer: Box 3
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Description: Land Use Zones MapContainer: Box 3
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Central Washington University--History
- College buildings
- Strategic planning--Education (Higher)
Geographical Names
- Ellensburg (Wash.)
Occupations
- College administrators
Other Creators
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Corporate Names
- Central Washington University. Office of the President (creator)
