Office of the President: William C. Jones (acting) and Arthur S. Flemming records 1960-1968

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Office of the President: William C. Jones (acting) and Arthur S. Flemming records 1960-1968

William C. Jones served as Interim President of University of Oregon from 1960-1961 after President Wilson resigned. Arthur Flemming (1905-1996) became the 10th president of the University of Oregon and professor of political science on February 24, 1961. The collection contains records that document the functions, activities, and people of the Office of the President.

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Professor William C. Jones served as professor of political science and Dean of Administration at University of Oregon from 1951 until his retirement in 1969. Jones also served as Interim President of University of Oregon from 1960-1961 after President Wilson resigned. Arthur S. Flemming (1905-1996) served as the Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare in the Eisenhower administration. He became 10th president of the U of O and professor of political science on Februa...

University of Oregon. Office of the President

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Arnold Bennett Hall (1881-1936) was a professor of political science and law, college president, and an author. Hall was president of the University of Oregon during 1926-1932. He is noted for his promise of increased emphasis on scholarship and research. Though funding for some of his projects passed the legislature, many proposals were vetoed or drastically reduced by the governor. President Hall was also known for attempting to gain endowments that would help ensure t...