Papers, 1943-1961.

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Papers, 1943-1961.

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Correspondence, minutes, appointment books, reports, and printed materials, created and received by President Stevenson. The bulk of the records relate to the administration of the Office of the President and includes documentation of issues such as academic freedom, higher education, international student exchange, and philanthropy. The President's working files reflect the activities of the college Board of Trustees, the General Faculty, and student organizations. Files of external national, state, regional, and local organizations document Stevenson's involvement in educational, civic, and charitable groups.

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