Radcliffe reminiscences, 1968-1973.

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Radcliffe reminiscences, 1968-1973.

Collection consists of transcripts of reminiscences of alumnae and college officers recorded 1972-1973 and essays on student life written in 1965 by members of the classes of 1899 through 1965. Subjects covered include negotiations over the merger with Harvard 1970-1971, social and academic life, athletics, student government, the experience of Afro-American students, and descriptions of Radcliffe officers and Harvard faculty.

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