Faculty Association records, 1904-1984

Creator:
Columbia University. Faculty Association
Extent:
5 linear feet (5 records cartons)
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

This collection consists of the Faculty Association's administrative records, including University Teas minutes; committee reports; treasurer's reports and account books; membership lists; and general correspondence. There are also records related to the different events hosted by the Faculty Association.

Biographical / historical:

The Faculty Association (known until 1967 as the Association for University Teas) was founded by a group of Columbia wives in 1902 to further the social life of Columbia families. It was a membership organization with dues and elected officials under its constitution. (The constitution was written with the aid of Professor Reed Powell of the Law School, who patterned it after the British Constitution.) The Association was responsible for a Newcomers Party in the fall, a President's Party in December, and the receptions after the University Lectures. It hosted activities for children and for retirees, and planned day excursions and picnics. In 1982, the organization shifted to become a campus-wide volunteer service organization and was renamed the Columbia University Association (CUA).

Access and use

Restrictions:

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 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.

Preferred citation:

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Faculty Association records; Box and Folder number; University Archives, Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University Libraries.

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