George N. Aagaard papers, 1954-2003
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Aagaard, George N
- Title
- George N. Aagaard papers
- Dates
- 1954-2003 (inclusive)19542004
- Quantity
- 1.36 cubic feet, (1 box and 1 oversize folder)
- Collection Number
- 6667
- Summary
- Photographs, correspondence, ephemera, article reprints, Aagaard Lecture Series records, and School of Medicine Faculty Auxiliary records related to the second dean of the UW School of Medicine
- Repository
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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
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No restrictions on access.
- Languages
- English
Biographical Note
Dr. George N. Aagaard (1913-1997) served as the second dean of the University of Washington School of Medicine from 1954 to 1964. Afterwards, he continued as a distinguished faculty member at the UW medical school for the rest of his career and officially retired in 1984.
Source: https://www.washington.edu/news/1997/05/08/dr-george-n-aagaard-former-dean-and-long-time-medical-school-faculty-member-dies-in-seattle/ (accessed 12 February 2026)
https://magazine.washington.edu/george-aagaard-1913-1997/#gsc.tab=0
Content Description
Photographs, correspondence, ephemera, article reprints, Aagaard Lecture Series records, and School of Medicine Faculty Auxiliary records related to the second dean of the UW School of Medicine.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Creator's copyrights transferred to the University of Washington Libraries Special Collections.
Administrative Information
Arrangement
Arranged in 3 series
- Series 1, George and Lorna Aagaard Lectures
- Series 2, Papers and Photographs
- Series 3, Oversize Files
Acquisition Information
Donated by Loreen Keller, 2025
Related Materials
University of Washington School of Medicine, Office of the Dean Records
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Series 1, George and Lorna Aagaard Lectures
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Description: 1st Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Jacob Bronowski, "Impact of the New Biology"
Dates: 1965Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 2nd Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Roger Revelle, "Food, Fertility, and Man's Fate"
Dates: 1966Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 3rd Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Constantinos A. Doxiadis, "Cities for Human Development
Dates: 1968Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 4th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Philip R. Lee, "Prescription Drugs, Public Policy, and the Medical Profession"
Dates: 1969Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 5th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Roger O. Egeberg, Asst. Sec. Health, Education & Welfare in Nixon Admin
Dates: 1971Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 6th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Bror A. Rexed, Director General, Swedish National Health Board
Dates: 1973Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: Cancelled George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Lewis Thomas, "The Future Role of Science in Medicine"
Dates: 1975Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 7th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Albert R. Jonsen, "The Rights of Physicians and the Public Good"
Dates: 1977Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 8th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Franz J. Ingelfinger, "Medical Arrogance: Myth or Fact?"
Dates: 1978Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 9th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Eli Ginzberg, "The Changing Health Care Scene"
Dates: 1979Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 10th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Alan Dundes, "Life is Like a Chicken Coop Ladder: A Study of German National Character through Folklore"
Dates: 1980Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 11th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Frederick C. Robbins, "Medical Education: Is it Meeting Society's Needs?"
Dates: 1983Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 12th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Alexander M. Capron, "Moral Choices and Public Challenges Facing Medicine"
Dates: 1985Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 13th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Samuel P. Asper, "Opportunities in Third World Health"
Dates: 1986Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 14th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Donald A. Henderson, "The Child Survival Revolution"
Dates: 1987Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 15th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Abrahamson, Steve; Petersdorf, Robert; Schwarz, M. Roy, "Future Directions in Medical Education"
Dates: 1989Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 16th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Arnold S. Relman, "Reforming the American Health Care System"
Dates: 1992Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 17th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Daniel D. Federman, "The Physician as the Patient's Advocate: Apostrophic Guidelines"
Dates: 1996Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 18th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
June E. Osborn, "Where Do We Stand with the Twin Epidemics of HIV/AIDS and Substance Abuse?" with remarks from Paul G. Ramsey and David C. Dale at the dedication of the Aagaard Tower
Dates: 1999Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 19th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Christine K. Cassel, "The End of Life: The Beginning of Medicine"
Dates: 2001Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1 -
Description: 20th Annual George and Lorna Aagaard Lecture on Medicine and Society
Rosemary A. Stevens, "The Realpolitik of Medical Professionalism"
Dates: 2003Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Series 2, Papers and Photographs
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Description: Manuscripts and PublicationsDates: 1983-1991Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Description: Lecture Mailing ListsDates: 1983-1991Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Description: "A Dinner for George and Lorna Aagaard": Program and CorrespondenceDates: 1994Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Description: Faculty AuxiliaryDates: 1993-2001Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Description: Correspondence regarding George Aagaard'sappointment as the dean of the UW School of MedicineDates: 1954Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Description: Correspondence, clippings, booklets, and photographs regarding George Aagaard's time as the dean of the UW School of MedicineDates: 1955-1983Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Description: Miscellaneous PhotographsDates: 1985Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Description: Medical Alumni News: Volume 20, No. 2Dates: 1997Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Description: Photographs of George and Lorna AagaardDates: undatedContainer: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Description: University of Washington Daily, Special Hospital Dedication IssueDates: 1959Container: Box 6667-001 Box 1
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Series 3, Oversize Files
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Description: Potraits of Executive Committee of the School of MedicineDates: undatedContainer: Oversize Folder 6667-001 OS Folder 1
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Description: Scroll presented to Aagaard from the Executive Committee of the School of MedicineDates: 1964Container: Oversize Folder 6667-001 OS Folder 1
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Description: Portrait of George AagaardDates: undatedContainer: Oversize Folder 6667-001 OS Folder 1
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Description: NCME Medical TV Guide for: June 21 through July 18, 1971Dates: 1971Container: Oversize Folder 6667-001 OS Folder 1
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