Sterling M. McMurrin papers 1938-1978 1966-1978

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Sterling M. McMurrin papers 1938-1978 1966-1978

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Sterling M. McMurrin served as professor of philosophy and dean of the Graduate School (1966-1978) at the University of Utah. The bulk of the collection consists of correspondence and reports documenting his participation in the activities of various professional organizations. Included are correspondence, memoranda, professional papers, and reports.

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J. Willard Marriott Library. University of Utah. University Archives and Records Management

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