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Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSA 320
Scope and Contents
This collection contains awards, certifications, and honors documenting the life and achievements in social work and disability access and awareness of Sharon Byrkett. Of most prominence is a hand-written manuscript by Byrkett titled "Understanding My Disability" written in 1983. Other materials in the collection include a journal from 1967, photo albums and scrapbooks depicting events from her personal life and conferences attended, craft items made by Byrkett, and works created and saved...
Dates:
1967 - 2010; Majority of material found within 1983 - 2010
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 135
Scope and Contents
The Charles Pankow Foundation collection on Charles Pankow reflects the life of Charles J. Pankow and his contribution to the construction industry. It is a compilation of news articles on Pankow himself, the people associated with Pankow Companies and Pankow Foundation, papers, projects undertaken by Pankow Group of Companies. Information regarding the biography of Charles Pankow, A Better Way to Build, is also included.
Dates:
1950 - 2014; Majority of material found within 1975 - 2012
Collection
Identifier: MSA 187
Scope and Contents
The research notes, publications, photographs, recordings, and personal items detailing the life and work of Purdue alumnus and author Mark Shaw. The collection documents Shaw's research and writing, and includes the transcripts of the Jack Ruby trial, extensive research regarding twentieth century journalist and reportor Dorothy Kilgallen, research regarding Marilyn Monroe, and several books, news clippings, and other articles. The collection also contains many works by Shaw, including the...
Dates:
1953 - 2021
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSF 555
Scope and Contents
The Jill P. May papers document the life and career of Professor of Emerita of the School of Education and Curriculum, Jill P. May. The majority of the papers date from the mid-1970s to May’s retirement in 2011. The collection documents the private and professional life of May, particularly her professional activities during her tenure at Purdue University. Some personal papers include May’s early life and education, in addition to correspondence with family members that highlight her...
Dates:
1923 - 2018; Majority of material found within mid-1970s - 2011
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 102
Scope and Contents
The Marylu McEwen papers document the personal and professional life of Marylu McEwen, from her time as a student at Purdue University from 1964-1968 through her long career in higher education. A large portion of the collection depicts her relationships with the Deans of Women and Deans of Students at Purdue University from her time as a student in the 1960s into adulthood and retirement. Types of materials include correspondence, clippings, photographs, speeches, and articles. Also...
Dates:
1964 - 2014
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSK 3
Abstract
These sculpture dedication materials capture information on how the sculpture came to be, why it exists, and whom it honors.
Dates:
2013 - 2014
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 34
Abstract
The Computer Science Photographs Collection features printed and digital photographs and media that document faculty, students, and events in Purdue University’s Department of Computer Science from 1960-2009.
Dates:
1960-2009; Other: Majority of material found in 1995-2009; Other: Date acquired: 05/05/2015
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 7
Abstract
This collection contains papers, publications, photographs, and electronic media documenting the inception of the Women in Engineering Program at Purdue, as well as its activities and successes. Also included is information on Lillian Gilbreth, an important figure in engineering at Purdue, and Martha Dicks Stevens, the first woman graduate in engineering at Purdue.
Dates:
1935-2012; Other: Majority of material found in 1970-2000; Other: Date acquired: 11/06/2012
