Syracuse University Clipping Files, circa 1870s - 2010s

Summary

Creator:
Syracuse University.
Abstract:
Clipping files of people, places, activities, and events throughout Syracuse University's history
Extent:
103 cabinet drawers (approximately 191.42 linear feet)
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Preferred citation for this material is as follows:

Syracuse University Clipping Files,

Background

Scope and content:

The Syracuse University Clipping Files are a rich source of historical information about the University. The collection comprises mostly clipped articles from newspapers and other publications as well as other materials that provide biographical and other information. The clippings are divided into two groups. The largest set of clippings are of individual alumni, faculty, staff, and visitors. The second set is arranged by topic, including schools and colleges, athletics, campus buildings, student activities, and special events.

Biographical / historical:

Syracuse University was founded on March 24, 1870, when its Board of Trustees signed the University charter and certificate of incorporation, acting on a proposal put forth earlier that year at the Methodist State Convention. Despite its modest beginnings, the story of Syracuse University has been one of remarkable growth and progress. The University’s population has expanded from a few dozen local students to over 21,000 students from all over the world. Significant eras of development in campus building and academic programs included the late nineteenth to early twentieth centuries and the post-World War II years. The second half of the twentieth century saw the University transform into a modern research institution with international connections.

Acquisition information:
Materials for the Clipping Files have come from a variety of sources. For many years University Archives staff clipped from newspapers and other publications and filed articles in the collection. Campus offices and outside donors have also provided clippings.
Processing information:

These records are not processed.

Arrangement:

The collection is arranged in alphabetical order either by name or subject.

Access and use

Restrictions:

There are no restrictions for this collection.

Terms of access:

Written permission must be obtained from the Syracuse University Archives and all relevant rights holders before publishing quotations, excerpts or images from any materials in this collection.

Preferred citation:

Preferred citation for this material is as follows:

Syracuse University Clipping Files,

Location of this collection:
Special Collections Research Center
Syracuse University Libraries
Bird Library, Room 600
Syracuse, NY 13244, United States
Link to repository site
Contact:
315.443.2697
scrc@syr.edu