Walter T. Cox presidential records, 1970-1989, bulk 1980-1984.

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Walter T. Cox presidential records, 1970-1989, bulk 1980-1984.

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This series contains the records of the office of Walter T. Cox, President of Clemson University, July 1985-March 1986. The series contains correspondence, minutes, reports, and speeches. Many of the files continue those begun by Cox's predecessors Bill Atchley and Robert C. Edwards. For this reason, the records span the time period 1970-1989. Topics within the series include the administration and reorganization of athletics and the participation of Clemson University in the Atlantic Coast Conference; the files contain letters from alumni and fans for or against participation. Several files deal with the Strom Thurmond Institute. Included are various proposals for construction of the building and for development of programs. Frequent correspondents include executive assistant to the president, Edward Byars; legal counsel, Ben Anderson; and Provost, David Maxwell. Deans of several Colleges are represented as well.

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Clemson University Libraries, Robert Muldrow Cooper Library

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Clemson University Libraries, Robert Muldrow Cooper Library

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Clemson University. Office of the President.

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Walter Thompson Cox was born 19 September 1918 in Belton, South Carolina to Walter T. and Grace Campbell Cox. He entered Clemson College in 1935 and graduated in 1939 with a degree in general science. In 1940 Cox was hired as assistant coach and business manager of athletics. After serving in the United States Army during 1942 and 1943, Cox returned to Clemson. In 1950 he assumed dual responsibilities as Director of Public Relations and Alumni Affairs as well as assistant to President Robert F. ...

Edwards, Robert C. (Robert Cook), 1914-

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Robert Cook Edwards was born March 25, 1914 in Fountain Inn, South Carolina. Edwards entered Clemson College, as a freshman, at age 15 and graduated in 1933 with a Bachelor of Science degree in textile engineering. In 1956, after a successful career in the textile industry and military service during World War II, Edwards returned to Clemson College as Vice-President for Development. In 1958, upon the death of President Poole, the Board of Trustees named Edwards Acting President, and in April 19...

Atchley, B. L. (Bill L.)

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President of Clemson, 1979-1985. From the description of Bill Atchley papers. 1970-1985, (bulk 1979-1985) (Clemson University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 23984070 ...

Cox, Walter T. (Walter Thompson), 1918-2006

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Walter Thompson Cox was born on September 19, 1918 in Belton, South Carolina, the son of Walter T. and Grace Campbell Cox. He entered Clemson College in the fall of 1935, graduating with a degree in General Science in 1939. Returning in 1940 during a year of post graduate study, Cox anchored the offensive line while playing for the football team. The season was a success, as Clemson defeated Boston College 6-3 in the Cotton Bowl. It was the Tigers' first post-season appearance. After serving in ...

Strom Thurmond Institute

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Clemson university

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Courses in Computer Science first offered, 1965-1966. Department of Computer Science created July 1, 1978. Albert Turner, Acting Head, July 1978-April 1979; Head, 1979-1993. Stephen T. Hedetniemi, Acting Department Head, 1993-1994; Head, 1994-1995; Chair, 1995-1997. Harold Grossman, Acting Chair, 1997-1998. John C. Peck, Chair, 1998-2000. Pradip Srimani, Chair, 2000-present. Master of Science degree program instituted 1980-1981. From the description of Department of Computer Science ...