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University History

 Subject

Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 449 Collections and/or Records:

William Bradford Alwood Collection,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1960-003
Abstract

Professor of horticulture, entomology, and mycology at Virginia Tech (1891-1904); fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Papers include research papers, theses, brochures, and notebooks on such subjects as cider, wine making, grapes, and pellagra.

Dates: 1854 - 1927

American Association of University Women (AAUW) Records, Virginia Tech Chapter,

 Collection
Identifier: RG-30-05a
Abstract

This collection consists of official records and periodicals from the AAUW, Virginia Tech Chapter and the National AAUW including minutes, administrative records, state and national convention programs, awards and scholarships, publications, and other materials concerning community outreach from 1926-2008.

Dates: 1926 - 2008

A. Moore Anderson Postcard

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1968-009
Abstract

VAMC postcard to A. Moore Anderson announcing the Spring 1878 semester.

Dates: 1877 - 1877

April 16, 2007 Community Photograph Collection,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2013-022
Abstract

A collection of 41 framed photographs having to do with the aftermath of the April 16, 2007 shootings. Photographers were community members who submitted images to be considered for an exhibition at Squires' Perspective Gallery in April 2008. Collection also includes additional digital images not framed for the show.

Dates: 2007 - 2008

Arthur B. Massey Papers, 1902-1961 (Ms1962-002)

 Digital Record
Identifier: Ms1962-002
Dates: 1902 - 1961

Autumn Memories

 Collection
Identifier: Art-162
Scope and Contents

VTF 3107; cadets at War Memorial; print of a pastel piece; Class of '57

Dates: n.d.

Ayre Family Collection,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1963-003
Abstract

College memorabilia of father and son Henry D. and Clayton E. Ayre, both of whom attended Virginia Agricultural & Mechanical College (now Virginia Tech) during the late 19th century. Includes cadet caps, lecture notes, a certificate, and photograph.

Dates: 1871-[1899]

Paul B. Barringer Papers

 Collection
Identifier: RG-02-06
Scope and Content Information This collection contains mainly incoming and outgoing correspondence (1907-13) concerning college activities and issues of Barringer's administration including: academic standards; hazing; Hog Cholera outbreak (1908); fires; prohibition; water/sewage system; refrigeration plant; advantages and dangers of football. A few letters from Barringer are to United States presidents: Theodore Roosevelt; William Howard Taft; Woodrow Wilson. Also included with the collection are the following items:...
Dates: 1913 - 1919

Papers of Larry Bechtel, Virginia Tech Recycling Coordinator,

 Collection
Identifier: RG-06-03-11a
Abstract

The Papers of Larry Bechtel, Virginia Tech Recycling Coordinator contains the records of the Virginia Tech Recycling (VTR) program. Included are correspondence and reports, photographs and slides, four VHS tapes, three floppy disks, recycling logs, and publications and newspaper articles concerning Virginia Tech Recycling and Larry Bechtel's position as its Coordinator from 1991-2007.

Dates: 1991 - 2012

Robert Burns Haldane Begg Collection,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1963-005
Abstract

The collection contains a VPI honor list for 1897-1898, a 1948 Chi Epsilon dinner program, and a 1962 list of living alumni who attended VAMC prior to 1900.

Dates: 1898, 1948, 1962