George Kish papers, 1932-1989 (bulk 1955-1980).

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George Kish papers, 1932-1989 (bulk 1955-1980).

Series include correspondence, subject files, professional societies, geography courses, reprints, manuscripts, notes as a student, and photographs; files relate to his professional interests and to the subject of geography.

10 linear ft.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7361329

Bentley Historical Library

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University of Michigan. Dept. of Geography.

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The first geography courses taught at the University of Michigan were offered through the Department of Geology. The size and importance of the geography curriculum within the Department of Geology increased and in 1915/1916 the department was renamed the Department of Geology and Geography. In 1923, the instruction of geography was organized into a separate department and Assistant Professor Kenneth C. McMurry was named to oversee the administration of the new department. Professor...

Kish, George, 1914-1989

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International Geographical Union.

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Association of American geographers

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The Association of American Geographers (AAG) is a scientific and educational society founded in 1904. Its members share interests in the theory, methods, and practice of geography and geographic education. The AAG holds annual meetings and regional events and publishes a newsletter, journals, and books. The association supports and recognizes its members through various grant and award programs. From the description of Association of American Geographers records, 1904 - [ongoing]. (...

American Geographical Union.

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University of Michigan.

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Outside of museum holdings, no comprehensive survey and inventory of campus artwork had been attempted since 1937. With support from the Michigan Commission on Art in Public Places, 1,076 items were inventoried during 1988-1990. Additional inventory work was undertaken in 1997-1998 for risk management purposed, but generated little new information. From the description of Inventory of University of Michigan-owned art, 1988-1990, 1997-1998. (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id...