Records : the founding of the school, 1967-1978.

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Records : the founding of the school, 1967-1978.

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Records include general correspondence, agreements, and newspaper clippings concerning the money pledged and provided by Howard Hughes for the establishment of the School of Medicine.

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University of Nevada, Reno, Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center

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University of Nevada, Reno. School of Medical Sciences.

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On March 28, 1967, when the Nevada legislature was debating authorizing a study on the feasibility of starting a medical school, industrialist Howard Hughes announced a pledge of support for a medical school for the next 20 years. This offered support led to a resolution of legislative backing needed to qualify for federal and private foundation funds. A two-year medical school was established and instruction began in 1971. From the description of Records : the founding of the school...

Hughes, Howard, 1905-1976

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