Central Washington University Faculty Papers, Daniel Ramsdell, 1952-1991 (bulk 1971-1991)
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Ramsdell, Daniel B.
- Title
- Central Washington University Faculty Papers, Daniel Ramsdell
- Dates
- 1952-1991 (bulk 1971-1991) (inclusive)19521991
- Quantity
- 0.5 cubic feet
- Collection Number
- FP-0026
- Summary
- This collection contains correspondence, memos, committee reports, and newspaper clippings retained by Daniel Ramsdell, professor of history at Central Washington University from 1971 to 1991.
- 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
- Languages
- English
Biographical Note
Daniel Bailey Ramsdell taught in the Department of History at Central Washington University from 1969 to 1996. He served as chair of the History Department from 1984 to 1991 and was founder of the school’s Asian Studies Program in 1974. Professor Ramsdell received his Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. His Ph.D. degree was conferred in 1961. Prior to being appointed to the faculty at Central Washington University, he taught at Bowling Green State University in Ohio for several years. He retired in June of 1996.
Content Description
This collection contains correspondence and memos relating to foreign language requirements at Central Washington University, programs in international studies and religious studies, departmental relocation and lay-offs, the vote of no confidence regarding Provost Robert Edington in 1991, and records from the local chapter of Kappa Pi dating from 1952 to 1959.
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]. FP-0026, Central Washington University Faculty Papers, Daniel Ramsdell. Archives and Special Collections, Brooks Library, Central Washington University.
Administrative Information
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Central Washington University--History
Geographical Names
- Ellensburg (Wash.)
Occupations
- Educators--United States
Other Creators
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Personal Names
- Ramsdell, Daniel B. (creator)
