RIT College Alumni Union collection 1967-1985

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RIT College Alumni Union collection 1967-1985

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The RIT College Alumni Union collection consists of documents related to the building and its construction. A large part of the collection is made-up of memorandums discussing a variety of issues such as building policies, hosted events, and facility operations. The collection also contains several planning documents such as notes and floor plans, written policies, and lists of building procedures and services. In addition, the collection includes published items that highlight the building and its activities. For instance, there are several brochures on the structure and programs from the dedication ceremony. The collection also contains a small clippings file and a folder of concert fliers for programs hosted at the College Alumni Union. Additionally, there is a guest book used during the building's dedication ceremony and a scrapbook (1968-1969) commemorating the building's first years. Materials related to the construction of the College Alumni Union, as well as its use and activities. The facility was built as part of the Rochester Institute of Technology's new campus in 1968 and is now known as the Student Alumni Union. The collection includes publications such as brochures, correspondence, planning documents, printed policies, concert fliers, and clippings. There is also a dedication ceremony guest book and a scrapbook in the collection.

1.25 linear feet (1 document box, 1 folder)

RIT Library, Wallace Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8144494

RIT Library, Wallace Library

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