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Dean of Libraries: Brad Cole papers, 1969-2020

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Cole, Bradford R.
Title
Dean of Libraries: Brad Cole papers
Dates
1969-2020 (inclusive)
Quantity
7 linear feet, (14 boxes)
Collection Number
UUS_15.2/1:34
Summary
Office files related to the library service of Brad Cole.
Repository
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections and Archives Division
Special Collections & Archives
Merrill-Cazier Library
Utah State University
Logan, UT
84322-3000
Telephone: 4357978248
Fax: 4357972880
scweb@usu.edu
Access Restrictions

Some files may be restricted due to privacy laws/regulations. All other files no restrictions on use, except: not available through interlibrary loan.

Languages
English
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Content Description

This collection contains e-mails, correspondence, memoranda relating to the policies and administration of the library, and fundraising efforts for library programs. Also included are copies of the agreements made between USU and collection donors, such as the Jack London estate, Leonard Arrington estate, and the Larry Elsner foundation.

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Historical Note

Bradford Cole held many positions at USU's Merrill-Cazier Library, including curator of manuscripts (1983-1995), director of Special Collections and Archives (2004-2014), but most noticeably, Dean of Libraries (2014-2021). As Dean, Cole focused on developing many new services at the Merrill-Cazier Library, including Open Educational Resources grants, digitization of the library catalogue, and federally funded grants for associated research. Cole made the services at the Merrill-Cazier Library easily accessible and created many opportunities for students to both learn and work at the library.

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances.

Permission to publish material from the Dean of Libraries: Brad Cole papers must be obtained from the University Archivist and/or the Special Collections Department Head.

Preferred Citation

Initial Citation: Dean of Libraries: Brad Cole papers USU_15.2/1:34. Special Collections and Archives. Utah State University Merrill-Cazier Library. Logan, Utah.

Following Citations:USU_15.2/1:34, USUSCA.

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Administrative Information

Arrangement

This collection is arranged into series: Personal materials; materials related to the Leonard J. Arrington collection and lectures; general administrative files (arranged roughly by year); and materials concerning the construction of the new Merrill-Cazier Library building.

Acquisition Information

These materials were placed with Special Collections and Archives when Cole retired in 2021.

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Detailed Description of the Collection

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Subject Terms

  • Library administration

Finding aid written by Eliza Taylor, Heather Housley, and Kelly Rovegno
2023

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