Duke University Union Reference collection, 1962-ongoing
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Summary
- Creator:
- Duke University. University Archives
- Abstract:
- The Duke University Union Reference Collection contains files of printed materials documenting Union administration and programming. This collection was compiled from a variety of sources by the University Archives for use in reference and research.
- Extent:
- 0.7 Linear Feet
approx. 600 Items - Language:
- Material in English
- Collection ID:
- UA.01.11.0081
- University Archives Record Group:
- 01 -- General Information and University History
01 -- General Information and University History > 11 -- Reference Collections
Background
- Scope and content:
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This collection contains files about the activities of the Union's administrative body and its programming committees. The collection includes clippings, flyers, calendars, program schedules, publicity postcards, printed budgets, newsletters, and form letters. The bulk dates are 1980-2000. Topics include regular Union programming and special events such as SpringFest, OktoberFest, and scavenger hunts.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Duke University Union, founded in 1954 as the Duke Student Union, has as its purpose promoting social, recreational, cultural, educational and spiritual activities at Duke. Membership is now open to all members of the Duke community. At present (2009), an executive group and program directors administer the Union.
- Acquisition information:
- The Duke University Union Reference Collection was compiled by the University Archives from a variety of resources for use in reference and research.
- Processing information:
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Processed by Tom Harkins, July 2009
Encoded by Kimberly Sims, December 2010
Updated by Molly Bragg, July 2011
- Physical location:
- For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Library's online catalog.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
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- Restrictions:
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Collection is open for research.
- Terms of access:
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Copyright for Official University records is held by Duke University; all other copyright is retained by the authors of items in these papers, or their descendants, as stipulated by United States copyright law.
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- Preferred citation:
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[Identification of item], Duke University Union Reference Collection, Duke University Archives, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.