Series I: Correspondence, 1910-1955

Scope and content:

This series is made up of two sets of letter files. One set was used to collect the department head's correspondence, organized by correspondent or subject's last name. The other set included the department's committee-related work and other departmental correspondence. This second set is organized more closely (but not exclusively) by subject: A for admissions, B for budget, E for the University Extension, F for fellowships, and S for summer session. The letter files specified beginning and end dates (noted below), but the contents in the files may cover a wider date range (see folder dates). At the end of the series, there is a letter file labeled "Bibliographies." This title does not seem descriptive of the content, but has been preserved.

Contents

Access and use

Parent restrictions:

All administrative records of the University are restricted for 25 years from the date of creation.

This collection is located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.

Parent terms of access:
Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
Location of this collection:
University Archives Home Page
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
Before you visit:
Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
Contact:
uarchives@columbia.edu