Monthly Archives: December 2016

Student Highlight: Josh Knecht

Posted on December 23, 2016 by David L. Rice Library

*Post written by Josh Knecht, student assistant of the University Archives and Special Collections. My time in the archives has been valuable to me; it provides an atmosphere that allows me to unwind after my classes. It is quiet, relaxing, … Continue reading →

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McKinley Memorial Service Pamphlet

Posted on December 20, 2016 by David L. Rice Library

*Post written by James Wethington, library assistant of the University Archives and Special Collections. On September 14, 1901, William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States was assassinated by anarchist, Leon Czolgosz. The assassination of President McKinley occurred in … Continue reading →

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Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi

Posted on December 16, 2016 by David L. Rice Library

*Post written by James Wethington, library assistant of the University Archives and Special Collections. In honor of Rogue One, Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi came out in May 1983.  The original title of Episode VI was Revenge … Continue reading →

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Student Spotlight: Brady Bolinger

Posted on December 14, 2016 by David L. Rice Library

*Post written by Brady Bolinger, student assistant of the University Archives and Special Collections. Books, clothing items, maps, photos, paintings…the list goes on and on. These items are all things that could be considered an artifact. Artifacts, defined as something … Continue reading →

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John Leech Cartoons

Posted on December 12, 2016 by David L. Rice Library

*Post written by James Wethington, library assistant of the University Archives and Special Collections. Born on August 29, 1817 in London, England, John Leech became a well-known British caricaturist. His best known work came from Punch Magazine in 1841 and … Continue reading →

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