Swarthmore College
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Found in 44 Collections and/or Records:
William Hyde Appleton Papers
Collection
Identifier: SFHL-RG6-D03
Abstract
This collection contains correspondence, a notebook, and an organic chemistry examination from the papers of William Hyde Appleton, third President of Swarthmore College (1890-1891).
Dates:
1890-1891
Swarthmore College records on the Area Universities' Bicentennial Exhibition
Collection
Identifier: SFHL-RG6-K03
Abstract
In conjunction with the United States Bicentennial Celebration in Philadelphia in 1976, Swarthmore College banded together with eleven other local colleges and universities to create the Area Universities' Bicentennial Exhibition, a public display titled "Learning, Revolution, and Democracy." This collection includes both internal Swarthmore documents about the college's contributions to the exhibit, as well as correspondence with other members of the University and College Consortium for...
Dates:
1973/1977
Frank Aydelotte Papers
Collection
Identifier: SFHL-RG6-D07
Abstract
The Frank Aydelotte Papers consists of President Aydelotte's official correspondence, correspondence with faculty, and personal papers.
Dates:
1905-1956
William W. Birdsall Papers
Collection
Identifier: SFHL-RG6-D05
Abstract
This collection contains correspondence, lists of prospective students, class lists of alumni, and miscellaneous material of William W. Birdsall, fifth President of Swarthmore College (1898-1902).
Dates:
1898-1902
Alfred H. Bloom papers
Collection
Identifier: SFHL-RG6-D13
Abstract
Alfred H. Bloom was the 13th President of Swarthmore College (1991-2009). One of Swarthmore's longest-serving presidents, he emphasized the importance of intellectual rigor, diversity, and social responsibility on campus, and is best known for revitalizing the Honors Program and eliminating varsity football. A linguistics scholar, Bloom formerly held faculty positions at Swarthmore College and Pitzer College, and resigned from his Swarthmore Presidency to become Vice Chancellor of NYU Abu...
Dates:
approximately 1973-2009
Elizabeth Powell Bond Papers
Collection
Identifier: SFHL-RG5-014
Abstract
Elizabeth Powell Bond (1841-1926) served for four years as Matron of Swarthmore College and was appointed as its first Dean of Women in 1890. She retired in 1906. 1906. A birthright Quaker and lifelong member of the Society of Friends, she played an important role in the development of coeducation at the College. (1860-1926), diaries and journals (1856-1925), business papers, speeches and articles, pictures, and memorabilia. Correspondents include Louisa M. Alcott, Ellen Emerson, Hannah...
Dates:
1856-1958
Rebecca Chopp papers
Collection
Identifier: SFHL-RG6-D14
Abstract
Rebecca Chopp was the 14th President of Swarthmore College (2009-2014). She is a well-known scholar of religion and American culture. While at Swarthmore, Chopp researched changing structures and cultures of higher education, the role of liberal arts in a democratic society, and religion and higher education. She resigned from Swarthmore College in 2014 to become the 18th Chancellor of the University of Denver. This collection includes correspondence, speech texts, and other documents from...
Dates:
2009-2015
Morris L. Clothier papers on Swarthmore College
Collection — Othertype RG6-R3-008
Identifier: SFHL-RG6-R3-008
Abstract
Morris Lewis Clothier (1868-1947) was a businessman associated with Strawbridge & Clothier department store and a Swarthmore College alum who remained involved with the college from his graduation in 1890 until his death. The Morris L. Clothier papers on Swarthmore College, 1885-1948, consist of coursework, ephemera, nostalgic memorials, photographs, and other papers relating to Morris L. Clothier's time as a Swarthmore student and his involvement with alumni activities.
Dates:
1885-1948
Robert D. Cross Papers
Collection
Identifier: SFHL-RG6-D10
Abstract
Contains official presidential papers and faculty papers, the bulk of which are correspondence, of Robert D. Cross, ninth president of Swarthmore College (1969-1971). The boxes are arranged into two series, General Correspondence and Faculty Correspondence.
Dates:
1969-1974
Writings related to the Early History of Swarthmore College
Collection — Othertype SC-245
Identifier: SFHL-SC-245
Abstract
This collection of correspondence and reminiscences concerns the early history of Swarthmore College including its founding, formative years, and student life.
Dates:
1869-1956
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