Skip to main content

UA. University Archives

 Record Group
Identifier: UA
The University Archives documents the history and activities of the University of Cincinnati from its origins in the Cincinnati College, founded in 1819. The archives contain the official records of the university, including the records of the board of trustees, the presidents, individual colleges and academic departments, and other administrative offices and divisions. The University Archives also contains the personal papers and publications of faculty and alumni, and materials related to student life such as records of student organizations. Some of the noteworthy subject areas of the University Archives are cooperative education, the Cincinnati Observatory, the College-Conservatory of Music, and industrial education.

Found in 205 Collections and/or Records:

9 to 5, National Association of Working Women. University of Cincinnati chapter records

 Collection
Identifier: UA-05-07
Abstract

The 925 Union was a workers union at the University of Cincinnati covering office staff and other similarly classed employees. The materials within the University Archives is varied and contains meeting minutes, correspondence, contract negotiation materials, and other such items. It also includes posters, promotional ephemera, publications, and audio/visual materials. It is a rich resource for the study of the history of the organization's UC chapter.

Dates: 1972-1992

9 to 5, National Association of Working Women, University of Cincinnati Chapter Records

 Collection
Identifier: UA-03-26
Abstract

The 9 to 5 Union was a workers union at the University of Cincinnati which covered office staff and other similarly classed employees. The materials within this collection is varied and contains meeting minutes, correspondence, contract negotiation materials, and other such items. It also includes posters, promotional ephemera, publications, and audio/visual materials.

Dates: 1972-1992

Ada Hart Arlitt Papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA-90-78
Abstract

Papers, 1933-1934, containing correspondence of professional activities of a faculty member in the College of Education.

Dates: 1933-1934

Afro-American Studies Department, Oral History Project, Black Cincinnatians in the 20th Century

 Collection
Identifier: UA-76-32
Abstract

Records produced by an oral history project on black Cincinnatians in the 20th Century, including correspondence, tape recordings, transcripts, photograph albums, and a printed report.

Dates: 1975-1976

Alpha Chi Omega, Alpha Delta Chapter Memorabilia

 Collection
Identifier: UA-13-19
Abstract

This is a collection of memorabilia from the Alpha Delta Chapter of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority at the University of Cincinnati. The materials span from 1940 to 2001. The collection contains many plaques from various awards that the sorority received. The many scrapbooks hold pictures and newspaper clippings from many years of Alpha Chi Omega's existence at UC. There are also miscellaneous items, such as dance cards and trophies.

Dates: 1940-2001

Alpha Chi Omega. Alpha Delta Chapter (University of Cincinnati) records

 Collection
Identifier: UA-12-20
Abstract

Minute books of Alpha Chi Omega alumni, scrapbook, sorority house bible, and architectural drawings.

Dates: 1919-1987

American Association of University Professors, Univeristy of Cincinnati Chapter Records, 1975-2001

 Collection
Identifier: UA-09-03
Abstract

The collection includes publications, including agreements, programs and reports, and campaign buttons.

Dates: 1975-2001

Anna Gilchrist Strong papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA-90-75
Abstract

This collection contains letters, manuscripts, newspaper, and magazine articles describing Anna Gilchrist Strong's visits to India, China, Australia, and New Zealand. The collection also contains some photographs and sketches.

Dates: 1917-1927

Annie Laws papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA-79-52
Abstract

The Annie Laws papers is a collection of papers documenting the work of Annie Laws in primary education and the dedication of memorials to her at the University of Cincinnati. The collection also contains material of the Cincinnati Kindergarten Alumni Association.

Dates: 1926-1941

Anthony F. Grasha Papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA-04-03
Abstract

Papers, 1972-2002, of a faculty member of the Department of Psychology, University of Cincinnati, including research materials, presentations, publications, course syllabi and descriptions, and miscellany.

Dates: 1972-2002

Arnold Schrier papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA-16-07
Abstract

Professional papers of former University of Cincinnati history professor, Arnold Schrier. The collection includes notes for lectures, research notes, syllabi, and other course material.

Dates: 1946-2005

Arthur Herndon Papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA-11-02
Abstract This collection contains the personal papers and musical scores collected by tenor Arthur Herndon throughout his career as both a singer and conductor. The collection contains a number of works by composer Zenobia Powell Perry and other works that were in Herndon's repertoire as a singer and conductor. In addition to the musical scores, the collection also contains papers from Herndon's graduate studies at CCM, his teaching at Talladega College and papers from his membership and work with...
Dates: 1932-2009

Arthur T. Hamlin papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA-80-18
Abstract

Papers of Arthur T. Hamlin, former University Librarian at the University of Cincinnati including research on the library needs of faculty and students on campus and the work of a Library Committee appointed by UC's Provost. The collection also includes research on use of libraries in the United Kingdom.

Dates: 1961-1968

Association for Administrative and Professional Women records

 Collection
Identifier: UA-02-13
Abstract

Records of the University of Cincinnati's Association of Administrative and Professional Women (previously called the Association of Women Administrators and more recently named the Association of Academic, Administrative and Professional Women). This collection includes the group's constitution, reports, minutes, and newsletter.

Dates: 1994-2002

Association for Women Administrators newsletter

 Collection
Identifier: UA-89-41
Abstract

An incomplete set of the newsletters of the Association for Women Administrators (previously the Association of Women Administrators and now the Association of Administrative and Professional Women) at the University of Cincinnati.

Dates: 1974-1989

Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning records

 Collection
Identifier: US-97-04a
Abstract

This collection contains booklets pertaining to the Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning (ACSP) including information on graduate education in planning.

Dates: 1984-1996

Association of Women Administrators records

 Collection
Identifier: UA-05-08
Abstract

Records of the University of Cincinnati's Association of Women Administrators (also called the Association for Women Administrators and later called the Association of Administrative and Professional Women) including photographs, minutes, handbooks, reports, and newsletters.

Dates: 1996-2000

Association of Women Administrators records

 Collection
Identifier: UA-92-12
Abstract

This collection contains records of the Association of Women Administrators (AWA) at the University of Cincinnati and includes correspondence, newsletters, membership lists, and meeting minutes. There are also advertisements for and photographs of events sponsored by the AWA.

Dates: 1975-1993

Association of Women Administrators Secretary's Files

 Collection
Identifier: UA-79-30
Abstract

This collection contains records of the Association of Women Administrators including correspondence, meeting agendas and minutes, and membership lists.

Dates: 1973-1978

Blumberg Book Return Files

 Collection
Identifier: UA-91-63
Abstract

This collection consists of the records of a search made of the University of Cincinnati's books in order to determine which books were stolen by Stephen Blumberg, a well-known book thief. The collection largely consists of lists and catalog records.

Dates: 1991

Leslie E. Bryant papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA-19-02
Scope and Content Note

Collection contains information about UC Football players and the team during the 1910s.

Dates: 1913-1991

Carl A. Heuther - Genetic Counseling Program records

 Collection
Identifier: UA-12-06
Abstract

This collection consists of the papers of Dr. Carl Huether who helped to found the genetic counseling program.

Dates: 1981-2004

Carl Mills Papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA-04-06
Abstract

Papers, 1968-2000, including course information, research, publications by Mills, publications by others, and other miscellany.

Dates: 1968-2000

Carl W. Blegen papers

 Collection
Identifier: UA-83-15
Abstract

The papers of Carl W. Blegen contain his correspondence with various scholars throughout the world in the fields of archaeology, classical studies, and other related areas including C.W. Mendell, Wilhelm Dorpfeld, Louis E. Lord, Nils-Gustaf Gejvall, and Axel Boethius. The collection also contains various documents related to his travels and writings, and his activities at the University of Cincinnati.

Dates: 1920-1958

Children’s International Summer Villages Records: Doris Twitchell Allen Village

 Collection
Identifier: UA-14-09
Abstract

This collection from Children's International Summer Villages contains documents related to the formation of the Doris Twitchell Allen Village, as well as other materials related to the organization. It spans from 1951 to 1999, while some of the material is undated.

Dates: 1951-1999

Cincinnati General Hospital Architectural Drawings

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: UA-18-15
Abstract

This collection consists of 17 architectural drawings for Cincinnati "New General Hospital" for Wards A and H. The drawings are primarily for Ward H.

Dates: circa mid-20th century

Cincinnati Kindergarten Alumnae Association records

 Collection
Identifier: UA-12-09
Abstract

Miscellaneous records of the Cincinnati Kindergarten Alumnae Association including membership lists, meeting minutes, and pamphlets on kindergarten and nursery school education.

Dates: 1897-1966

Cincinnati Kindergarten Association Records

 Collection
Identifier: UA-90-37
Abstract

Correspondence, articles, announcements and files, 1876-1959, of an organization affiliated with the College of Education.

Dates: 1876-1959

Cincinnati Observatory records

 Collection
Identifier: UA-79-43
Abstract

Board minutes, reports, printed material, notebooks of observations and computations, correspondence, news clippings, and photographs of the Cincinnati Observatory as part of the University of Cincinnati, 1842-1970. Also includes minutes of the Observatory Club.

Dates: 1842-1970

Clermont College - Administrative Subject Files

 Collection
Identifier: UA-89-55
Abstract This series contains administrative office files received from Clermont College. It includes files of external institutions and associations; College and University committees; academic programs, boards and councils; faculty collective bargaining; University departments and colleges; academic centers, conferences, and computing; files directly relating to education; Clermont College annual reports and budgets; and enrollment, admissions, and classes as well as general files and...
Dates: 1967-1989