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Willamette University Publications collection, 1860-2018

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Willamette University
Title
Willamette University Publications collection
Dates
1860-2018 (inclusive)
Quantity
25 linear feet, (51 boxes)
Includes bound and unbound materials.
Collection Number
WUA066
Summary
The Willamette University Publications collection features newsletters and magazines published by the various departments and offices of Willamette University. Publications include Bulletins and Catalogs; the alumni magazines, The Alumnus and The Scene; student guides and handbooks; and the College of Law publication, Willamette Lawyer.
Repository
Willamette University Archives and Special Collections
Archives and Special Collections
Mark O. Hatfield Library
900 State Street
Salem, OR
97301
Telephone: 5033706866
Fax: 5033706141
archives@willamette.edu
Access Restrictions

This collection is open to researchers.

Languages
Materials are in English.
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Historical Note

In 1834, Jason Lee and fellow missionaries came to the Oregon territory to establish a Methodist mission for Kalapuya Indians living in the Willamette Valley. The primary purpose was to "educate and civilize" the Kalapuya children. The missionaries additionally aimed to provide health care, nourishment, and lodging for those children whose families and communities had been devastated by diseases introduced by EuroAmericans.

In the early 1840s, the mission was failing, thus the educational focus for the school turned to white settlers. On February 1, 1842, Lee, fellow missionaries, and members of the growing Salem community decided to establish an institution of learning called the "Oregon Institute." The Institute's constitution was adopted in March 1842, and the first day of class was held on August 13, 1844. The Institute began as a boarding school to educate young students. Chloe Clark Willson, an early member of the missionary group was the first teacher.

In 1853, focus changed to an older set of students and the name was officially changed to Willamette University. Emily York was the first graduate of the University in 1859. By that time, enrollment had reached 320 students and a new building was needed to house a growing student population. Thus began the construction of Waller hall, made possible by the support of Reverend Alvan Waller. In addition to the College of Liberal Arts, Willamette University established a medical school in 1867, the College of Law in 1883, the Kimball School of Theology in 1906, the Atkinson Graduate School of Management in 1974, and the Graduate School of Education in 1995. The Medical School merged with the University of Oregon in 1913, the Kimball School closed in 1930, and the Graduate School of Education closed in 2014.

Willamette continues as a nationally renowned, private liberal arts university focused on pursuing academic excellence; fostering diversity; and preparing global-minded students.

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Content Description

This collection contains publications from the various offices and departments at Willamette University. Included are newsletters, newspapers, and magazines with announcements for the Willamette community, alumni, and supporters of Willamette. Among the publications within the collection are the alumni magazines, The Alumnus and The Scene; catalogs and bulletins for the College of Law, College of Liberal Arts, and the Atkinson Graduate School of Management; and the Willamette Journal of the Liberal Arts.

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

Library acts as "fair use" reproduction agent.

For further information, see the section on copyright in the Regulations and Procedures of the Willamette University Archives and Special Collections.

Copyright Information: Before material from collections at Willamette University Archives and Special Collections may be quoted in print, or otherwise reproduced, in whole or in part, in any publication, permission must be obtained from (1) the owner of the physical property, and (2) the holder of the copyright. It is the particular responsibility of the researcher to obtain both sets of permission. Persons wishing to quote from materials in any collections held by University Archives and Special Collections should consult the University Archivist. Reproduction of any item must contain a complete citation to the original.

Preferred Citation

[Identification of item], Willamette University Publications collection, Archives and Special Collections, Mark O. Hatfield Library, Willamette University.

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Administrative Information

Arrangement

Each publication is organized into a separate series.

Series are arranged in alphabetical order. Each publication is arranged in chronological order.

Location of Collection

Mark O. Hatfield Library

Future Additions

Additions to collection are expected.

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Detailed Description of the Collection

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Subject Terms

  • College publications

Corporate Names

  • Willamette University. Department of Athletics
  • Willamette University. Office of Communications
  • Willamette University. Office of Student Activities
  • Willamette University. Office of the Chaplains
  • Willamette University. Office of the President

Geographical Names

  • Salem (Or.)

Form or Genre Terms

  • magazines (periodicals)
  • newsletters
  • newspapers

Finding aid processed by Ashley Toutain.
2015

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