School of Library Service records, 1920s-1992
Collection context
- Creator:
- Columbia University. School of Library Service
- Extent:
- 395 linear feet (395 record cartons)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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This collection consists of records and files generated by the Columbia University School of Library Service from 1926 to its closure in 1992. The materials consist of alumni files, Office of the Dean files, course materials, copies of course bulletins, annual reports, and student records.
- Biographical / historical:
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The School of Library Science was founded in 1887, left Columbia two years later to spend the next 37 in Albany as the New York State Library School and returned to Columbia in 1926. The School was permanently closed by the University in 1992.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Material is unprocessed. Please contact rbml@columbia.edu for more information.
All administrative records of the University are restricted for 25 years from the date of creation. Student records are restricted for 75 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.
- Terms of access:
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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.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); School of Library Service Records; Box and Folder; University Archives, Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University Libraries.
- Location of this collection:
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6th Floor East Butler Library535 West 114th StreetNew 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