Harold B. Lee Library. University Archives
Administrative History
The University Archives (1973-1974) in the Harold B. Lee Library preserved records that documented the history of the University and its people, especially concerning their impact on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its society.
In 1973 the J. Reuben Clark Jr. Library was renamed the Harold B. Lee Library. The University Archives were then identified with the Library name change. University Archives did not exist long under this name. In 1974 University Archives and the Manuscripts Department were combined to create Archives and Manuscripts. University Archivist: Hollis J. Scott (1973-1974).
Archives included letters, memoranda, minutes, reports, journals, financial and legal documents, speeches, audio and video recordings, artists' sketches, photographs, research, class notes, syllabi and examinations. Other items that were archives were writings, musical compositions, maps, architectural sketches, theses, dissertations, and faculty and university publications.Part of the Archives’ objective was preserve the records of the University itself. This was accomplished mostly through a limited Records Management program that functioned under the University Archives and a Records Center. The Records Management program solicited records from all University Departments, but especially retiring deans, department chairmen administrators, and then determined whether to keep or dispose of them. The Records Center was used to retrieve records and then store them as determined by Records Management in the University Archives.
Archives and Records Management reported to the Director of Libraries. The Archives Reading Room was located in room 5030 of the Harold B. Lee Library. University Archives was housed in room 5072 in the Harold B. Lee Library. The items could be accessed through the library catalog.
Citation:
BYU organizational history project, via WWW, Sept. 20, 2012: Harold B. Lee Library. University Archives (Archives; 1973-1974; preserved university records; in 1974 University Archives and the Manuscripts Department were combined to create Archives and Manuscripts; archivist, Hollis J. Scott (1973-1974); operated a limited Records Management program and a Records Center; reported to the Director of Libraries; located on fifth floor of Harold B. Lee Library)Found in 20 Collections and/or Records:
Harold B. Lee Library records
Contains records on the Harold B. Lee Library regarding the Library Administrative Offices, various committees, the new addition, personnel, collection development, and research on the history of the library. Materials include correspondence, minutes, reports, instrument of gift forms, and an assortment of plaques. Dates from 1954 to 2015.
Harold B. Lee Library reports and procedures, 1954-2007
Department of Archives and Manuscripts publicity brochures
Collection contains brochures designed for the Harold B. Lee Library University Archives in the 1980s. Included in the collection are brochures from the colleges at Brigham Young University and universities and institutes around the United States that were assembled as reference materials. These brochures show several different styles from the 1950s to the 1980s. Included among the material are the rough drafts and revisions of the Harold B. Lee Library University Archives brochures.
Joint Oral History Project records
Contains correspondence, minutes, and other materials relating to the Joint Oral History Project. Dated 1958-1986.
Oral history interview with Thomas E. Cheney
Interview by J. Roman Andrus with Tom Cheney, Brigham Young University English professor, concerning his teaching experience, his relationship with the faculty and administration, and his paper concerning African Americans and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and subsequent controversy. Includes sound recording and transcript.
University Archives general correspondence, 1986-2010
Correspondence contains letters and memos to and from the Brigham Young University Archives. Materials date from between 1986 and 2010.
University Archives general records, 1949-2002
Contains files covering a variety of topics related to the history of Brigham Young University. Materials contained include clippings, meeting minutes, reports, and correspondence. Materials date from between 1949 and 2002.
University Archives records
Contains materials focusing on the activities of the Brigham Young University Archives. Records concerning the acquisition and processing of materials are included, as well as materials regarding the history of Brigham Young University. Dates range from 1949 to 2013.
University Archives reference files, 1960-2006
Contains various materials regarding Brigham Young University and its history. Materials date from between 1960 and 2006.
University Records Management records
Contains the records of University Records Management. Materials include correspondence, handbooks, retention schedules, sample materials from other universities and institutions, reports, and other materials used by Records Management. The records document the development of Brigham Young University's records management program.
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