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University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire--History

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 24 Collections and/or Records:

Terry Classen Papers, 1926 - 2015

 Collection
Identifier: Archives Series 604
Summary

Terry Classen served as Director of Facilities Management at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire from 1985-2015. In this capacity, he coordinated efforts associated with the construction and maintenance of campus buildings. He also worked closely with external agencies regarding land usage and related issues. The contents of this collection consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings, and photographs that Terry collected that are associated with the history of the university.

Dates: 1926 - 2015 (Bulk 1941 - 2015)

The Periscope Supplements, 1963-1972, 1975

 Collection
Identifier: Archives Series 131
Summary

The Periscope Supplements are smaller yearbooks that supplement the annual university yearbook the Periscope, during the years 1963 – 1972, 1975. The supplements provide information and photographs of end of spring semester, and into summer, school year activities, sports, commencement photographs, and campus projects and new campus buildings, as these events would not typically be featured in the annual Periscope.

Dates: 1963-1972, 1975

The Summer Times, 1962-2002

 Collection
Identifier: Archives Series 075
Summary The Prism and then The Summer Times was a news bulletin and then a newspaper that was released during the summer session by the University News Bureau, that discussed the different school events occurring, notices, and other important information about campus. This collection contains the campus newspaper The Summer Times, 1964-2002, and the summer session news bulletin ...
Dates: 1962-2002

University Archives Photograph Collection, 1916-2011

 Collection
Identifier: Archives Series 279
Summary A collection of over 2000 photographs focusing on the University of Wisconsin—Eau Claire. The collection includes images of university buildings, various campus scenes, athletics, student organizations, student activities, programs and special events, ceremonies, and people (identified and unidentified students, staff, faculty, administrators, dignitaries, and campus visitors). The collection is arranged into eight series: buildings, athletics, student organizations, campus and student...
Dates: 1916-2011

University Archives Slides Collection, 1916-2002

 Collection
Identifier: Archives Series 105
Summary Photographic slides of University related activities providing a representation of campus life and documenting the photographic work done by the Media Development Center. The Media Development Center provides photographic, audio, videotape, and graphic services to the University community. Topics include faculty teaching, campus scenes, student life, construction of campus buildings, academic buildings, student housing, exterior scenes, Putnam Park, Little Niagara Creek, events on campus,...
Dates: 1916-2002

University Historical Films, 1934-1994

 Collection
Identifier: Archives Series 599
Summary

Reel to reel films documenting various events at the Eau Claire State Teachers College (1927-1951), Wisconsin State College at Eau Claire (1951-1964), Wisconsin State University-Eau Claire (1964-1971), and University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, dating from 1934 to post 1976. Some of these films are available digitally at: University Historical Films

Dates: 1934-1994

University of Wisconsin -- Eau Claire Commencement Materials, 1917-2023

 Collection
Identifier: Archives Series 113
Summary University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire commencement materials ranging from 1917 when the first commencement was held for Eau Claire State Normal School in June 1917 to the present. Much of the collection contains commencement day programs with schedules for commencement and other related events. Also contains information about baccalaureate service programs, honors week, the history of the UW-Eau Claire hood, graduation accounting reports for 1973-1981, and other materials ranging from 1961-1977...
Dates: 1917-2023

University of Wisconsin--Eau Claire History Essays, 1962-2008

 Collection
Identifier: University Historical Collection 317
Summary

A collection of research papers dealing with the history of the University of Wisconsin--Eau Claire. Topics include the history of athletics, the Ecumenical Religious Center, and the Women’s Studies program.

Dates: 1962-2008

University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire Memorabilia, 1923-2022

 Collection
Identifier: Archives Series 477
Summary

Miscellaneous memorabilia pertaining to UW-Eau Claire. Includes homecoming and winter carnival buttons, sheet music, stickers, photographs, a report card, a diploma, reminiscences of alumni, letterman sweaters, beanies, a football uniform, class ring, a brick from Katharine Thomas Hall, a UW-Eau Claire - Barron County coffee mug, a bronze plaque, etc.

Dates: 1923-2022

University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire News Bureau Subject Files, 1960-2012

 Collection
Identifier: Archives Series 521
Summary Subject files providing historical information about the University of Wisconsin--Eau Claire, created by the News Bureau which directs the University's news program, prepares news releases, edits University publications and coordinates University relations with the media. The files provide helpful historical background information on campus buildings and construction projects, university schools and academic departments, campus activities and events, university symbols and icons, and faculty...
Dates: 1960-2012