Historical biographical files, 1800-2022

Summary Information

At a Glance

Arrangement

Arrangement

The files are arranged alphabetically by last name. In addition to specifically named files, there are general alphabetical files (e.g."AA-AB") and files for multiple individuals with the same last name (e.g."Jones"). The general alphabetical files generally precede the specifically named files in each alphabetical range. If a listing for a specific individual is not found in the container list, it is possible that there is relevant materials in the appropriate general alphabetical file.

• Series I: Historical Biographical Files

Description

Summary

The materials that comprise the Historical Biographical Files have been collected and added to from a variety of sources over the years by current and previous staff. The files consist of materials related to people who have a connection to the University whether as student, alumni, administrator, faculty, staff, guest lecturer, or honorary degree recipient. Materials generally consist of newspaper and magazine clippings, press releases, programs, ephemera, printed matter, lists, reports, and pamphlets.

• Series I: Historical Biographical Files

Using the Collection

Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Restrictions on Access

You 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.

There are no restrictions on this collection.

The following boxes are located off-site: Boxes 348-440 and 443-445. You will need to request this material from the Rare Book and Manuscript Library at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.

Terms Governing Use and Reproduction

Single photocopies may be made for research purposes. Responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.

Preferred Citation

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Historical Biographical Files; Box and Folder; University Archives, Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University in the City of New York.

About the Finding Aid / Processing Information

Columbia University Libraries, Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Revision Description

2010-07-30 File created.

2019-05-20 EAD was imported spring 2019 as part of the ArchivesSpace Phase II migration.

2023-01-19 Box 446 added.

Subject Headings

The 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.

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