John Cranford Adams collection, 1935-1987.

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John Cranford Adams collection, 1935-1987.

Collection includes biographical information, addresses and writings and information about celebratory events in Adams' career at Hofstra. Also included is correspondence about the model of the Globe Theater constructed by Adams.

3 cubic feet.

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Hofstra University.

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The Program for Higher Education of the Disabled was conceived of in 1963 and implemented in 1965. The goal was to provide opportunities for higher education to all academically qualified applicants. In 1981 Hofstra became architecturally barrier free and 100% accessible to the physically challenged. From the description of P.H.E.D. collection, 1961-1982. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 155550622 Student Voices was a newspaper written by Hofstra students for prospective Hofst...

Adams, John Cranford, 1903-1986

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Adams was President of Hofstra University from 1944-1964, President Emeritus from 1964 until his death. He was an authority on Shakespeare and his book The Globe Playhouse was considered as the definitive research on Shakespeare's stage. He was also responsible for instituting the Shakespeare Festival, an annual event at Hofstra since 1950. From the description of John Cranford Adams collection, 1935-1987. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 155566801 Adams was President of Hofst...

Globe Theatre (London, England : 1909-1994)

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Hofstra University. Shakespeare Festival.

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