Union Theological Seminary media collection, 1994 -- 1999

Creator:
Burke Library at Union Theological Seminary
Abstract:
This is an artificial collection composed of media relating to Union Theological Seminary held by the Burke Library. The collection contains oral histories conducted with various members of the UTS faculty, as well as 14 interviews conducted as part of the Religious Educators Oral History Project.
Extent:
1 linear feet (1 linear foot; 1 box), 18 videocassettes (VHS), and 89 digital audio files (Sound recordings)
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

This collection contains oral histories conducted with various members of the UTS faculty, as well as 14 interviews conducted as part of the Religious Educators Oral History Project.

Biographical / historical:

The Burke Library at Union Theological Seminary (UTS) was founded in 1836. For most of its history it was known as the Library of Union Theological Seminary, and in 1983 was renamed in honor of Walter Burke, a board member and generous benefactor of the Seminary. In 2004, the Burke Library became a member of the Columbia University Libraries system. Its historical and current collection strengths include: the history of Christianity and ancient Judaism, theology, biblical studies, ecumenical and interreligious history, and social ethics.

Access and use

Restrictions:

Unique time-based media items are being reformatted and will be available onsite via links in the container list.

This collection is open for research.

Onsite storage.

Terms of access:

Some material in this collection may be protected by copyright and other rights. Information concerning copyright, fair use, and reproduction requests can be consulted at Columbia's Copyright Advisory Office.

Preferred citation:

Item description, Union Theological Seminary media collection, box #, The Burke Library at Union Theological Seminary, Columbia University in the City of New York.

Location of this collection:
Burke Home Page
Before you visit:
Researchers must book an appointment at least 5 business days in advance to view special collections material in the reading room. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to one item per hour of appointment time.
Contact:
burke@library.columbia.edu