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Women of Oakland University records

 Collection
Identifier: OU-ORGS-WOU

Scope and Contents

The records of Women of Oakland University cover the entire history of the organization from its founding in 1982 to 2004. The administrative files in the first series are organized chronologically and include brief histories and sets of by-laws. The publications and events series contains programs, flyers, and other materials used to promote the organization's activities. Of particular importance is its newsletter. The collection also includes a few artifacts.

Dates

  • 1970 - 2004

Access and Use note

The Women of Oakland University records are open for research.

Copyright

Copyright held by Oakland University. The collection includes occasional materials produced by outside parties. Copyright to these items may be held by the original creators.

History

Women of Oakland University was a campus organization set up in late 1982 to build a spirit of community among all OU women and to provide services in support of the university. Emily Champagne, wife of President Joseph Champagne, played a significant role in its creation. While there had been other women's organizations before, notably the OU Women's Club, Women of Oakland University proved to be the most successful and lasting. At its peak, it had up to nearly 200 members. The organization offered a variety of events, from brown bag lunches to fashion shows, and in 1988 set up the endowed Critical Difference Scholarship, which was awarded to a single head-of-household whose undergraduate education was interrupted for at least one year.

Extent

5 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Records of the Women of Oakland University, a campus group designed to strengthen a sense of community among OU female employees.

Related Materials

The Oakland University Women's Organizations collection.

Processing

Processed by Linda Hildebrand, July 2022.

Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Oakland University Archives and Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Kresge Library
100 Library Drive
Rochester MI 48309 USA