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Robert Torry papers, 1977-2012

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Torry, Robert
Title
Robert Torry papers
Dates
1977-2012 (inclusive)
Quantity
4.38 cubic ft. (5 boxes)
Collection Number
400118
Summary
This collection contains the personal papers and teaching materials for Dr. Robert Torry. Torry was a professor of English, American Studies, and Religious Studies at the University of Wyoming. Included in the collection are manuscripts for his academic works, correspondence, photographs, and teaching material.
Repository
American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu
Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.

Languages
English
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Historical Note

Robert “Bob” Torry was a professor of English at the University of Wyoming. Dr. Torry received his B.A. from Hiram College in 1972 and his Ph.D. from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1988. At the University of Wyoming, he was an instructor in both English and Religious Studies. Robert joined the Department of English at the University of Wyoming in 1983 and won many teaching awards, including Top Professor, Top Teacher, and the John P. Ellbogen Lifetime Teaching Award which he received in 2011. Dr. Torry was a well-loved instructor and often won student voted awards. He taught classes in religious studies, film, general English, and the Honors Freshman Program. Dr. Torry was also a scholar, writing many articles in the fields of English, film studies, and religious studies. He co-wrote and co-taught with University of Wyoming, Religious Studies professor, Dr. Paul Flesher, including their book “Film and Religion: An Introduction.” Many of Torry’s published articles discuss notable films, including King Kong, Jaws, and the Wild Bunch. He also studied Edgar Allen Poe’s literary works. Dr. Torry passed away on December 14, 2012.

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Content Description

This collection contains the personal and professional papers of Dr. Robert Torry. Included in the collection are manuscripts and final copies of Torry’s published works, teaching materials for his classes, reference works, and event posters for film events held at the University of Wyoming during his tenure. Also included are photographs and newspapers related to Torry and the university, as well as awards Torry received.

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Use of the Collection

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Preferred Citation

Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.

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Administrative Information

Acquisition Information

This material was received from Kerry Elizabeth Luck Torry in October of 2021.

Processing Note

The collection was processed by Brittany Heye in May of 2022.

Related Materials

There are no known other archival collections created by Robert Torry at the date of processing.

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Detailed Description of the Collection

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Processed by Brittany Heye
2022

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