Durward B. (Woody) Varner papers
Scope and Contents note
The Papers of Durward B. (Woody) Varner contain correspondence, memos and other materials produced by his office. They document his leadership, interaction with other campus units and students in the first ten years of the university's existence, including important events such as the graduation of the Charter Class, the creation of the first programs and the development of the campus infrastructure. The collection also reflects Woody Warner's personal interests.
The collection is organized alphabetically by topic.
Dates
- 1958 - 1970
Access and Use note
The Papers of Durward B. (Woody) Varner are open for research.
Copyright
Copyright held by Oakland University. The collection includes occasional material produced by external parties that may hold copyrights to the material.
Biographical Note
Durward B. "Woody" Varner was the first Chancellor of what was to become Oakland University. From the very beginning in 1959 to his departure in 1970 he provided the new academic institution, Michigan State University - Oakland, with inspired leadership.
Extent
21 Linear Feet (21 full-size boxes.)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Correspondence, memos and other materials produced by the office of Chancellor Durward B. (Woody) Varner during his tenure as Oakland University's first leader from 1957 to 1969. They document his leadership, interaction with other campus units and students in the first ten years of the university's existence, including important events such as the graduation of the Charter Class, the creation of the first programs and the development of the campus infrastructure. The collection also reflects Woody Warner's personal interests.
Processing
Processed by Linda Hildebrand
- Status
- Completed
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Oakland University Archives and Special Collections Repository
Kresge Library
100 Library Drive
Rochester MI 48309 USA