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DescriptionSummaryThis small collection consists of correspondence, minutes, articles, and printed matter regarding this alumni association for graduate students at Columbia, originally founded as the Alumni Association of Doctors of Philosophy. The records are related to their earliest dates, from their foundation in 1906 to the 1920s.
Using the CollectionRare Book and Manuscript Library Restrictions on AccessYou will need to make an appointment in advance to use this collection material in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room. You can schedule an appointment once you've submitted your request through your Special Collections Research Account. 
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. This collection has no restrictions. Terms Governing Use and ReproductionSingle photocopies 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 CitationIdentification of specific item; Date (if known); Alumni Association of the Graduate Schools Records; Box and Folder; University Archives, Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library. Related MaterialsAdditional materials related to the graduate school alumni can be found in the Historical subject files (UA#0002). Additional materials related to the Alumni Association of the Graduate Schools can be found in the Historical subject files (UA#0002). About the Finding Aid / Processing InformationColumbia University Libraries, Rare Book and Manuscript Library Processing InformationCollection-level record describing unprocessed material made public in summer 2018 as part of the Hidden Collections initiative. This collection was processed by Joanna Rios in January 2023. Revision Description2023-01-20 Finding aid published (JR) Subject HeadingsThe subject headings listed below are found in this collection. Links below allow searches at Columbia University through the Archival Collections Portal and through CLIO, the catalog for Columbia University Libraries, as well as ArchiveGRID, a catalog that allows users to search the holdings of multiple research libraries and archives. All links open new windows. Subject
History / Biographical NoteHistorical NoteThe Alumni Association of Doctors of Philosophy was established in 1906. In 1920, the group changed their name to the Alumni Association of the Graduate Schools and expanded their membership. The group is currently known as Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Alumni Association. The Graduate Faculties Alumni (GFA) awarded the Columbia University Graduate Faculties Alumni Awards for Excellence. Started in 1967, the award recognized alumni who have made outstanding contributions to the world of scholarship, public affairs, or both. The GFA was also responsible for the Adele Mendelsohn Memorial Award, which was given annually to a Columbia staff member who has made important contributions to the life of the University, especially in concern for graduate students. Since the 1990s, the GSAS Alumni Association presents the Dean's Award for Distinguished Achievement and the Outstanding Recent Alumni Award at the annual GSAS Alumni Awards Dinner. |