Finding aid for the Case Western Reserve University Matthew A. Baxter School of Information and Library Science, Dean's Office, Faculty Records, 1903-1986


Title:
Case Western Reserve University Matthew A. Baxter School of Information and Library Science, Dean's Office, Faculty Records, 1903-1986
Repository:
Case Western Reserve University Archives
Phone: 216-368-3320
http://library.case.edu/ksl/collections/archives/index.html
Creator:
Case Western Reserve University Matthew A. Baxter School of Information and Library Science Dean's Office
Dates:
1903-1986
Quantity:
.84 linear feet
Abstract:
This series consists of biographical data sheets, contracts, correspondence, and memoranda concerning full-time, part-time, visiting, and adjunct members of the faculty.
Identification:
27FI
Language:
The records are in English

History of Case Western Reserve University Matthew A. Baxter School of Information and Library Science Dean's Office

The Dean was the primary academic and administrative officer of the School. Responsibilities included planning the budget, leading faculty curriculum development and research programs, representing the school at public functions, serving as liaison with other parts of the University, teaching, student and faculty recruitment.

The Office of the Dean was created in 1903 and terminated 6/30/1986 by the University's Board of Trustees.

Tyler was not officially appointed dean until 1925, despite the death of William Howard Brett in August 1918.

Dates Head of Office
William H. Brett, Dean
Alice S. Tyler, Dean
Herbert S. Hirschberg, Dean
Thirza E. Grant, Acting Dean
Thirza E. Grant, Acting Dean
Thirza E. Grant, Dean
Jesse H. Shera, Dean
Margaret Kaltenbach, Acting Dean
William Goffman, Dean
Conrad H. Rawski, Acting Dean
Conrad H. Rawski, Dean
Phyllis A. Richmond, Acting Dean
Edward T. O'Neill, Dean
Phyllis A. Richmond, Acting Dean
Phyllis A. Richmond, Dean
Sarah S. Gibson, Executive Officer

Scope and Content

This series consists of biographical data sheets, contracts, correspondence, and memoranda concerning full-time, part-time, visiting, and adjunct members of the faculty.

Statement of Arrangement

Materials are arranged alphabetically by folder title.

Restrictions on Access

Materials do not circulate. Materials are available by appointment only. Appointments must be made at least 72 hours in advance. Folders containing non-directory personally identifiable information about students, employee evaluations, grievance/disciplinary proceedings, salary/income/financial status, mental/physical health, allegations of misconduct that are unresolved or to which the accused has not responded, or anonymous donors, are restricted.

Indexing Terms

The following terms have been used to index the description of this collection in the library's online public access catalog.

Organizations/Corporations:

Case Western Reserve University. School of Library Science
Western Reserve University. School of Library Science

Preferred Citation

27FI Case Western Reserve University Matthew A. Baxter School of Information and Library Science Dean's Office, Faculty Records, 1903-1986, Case Western Reserve University Archives