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Academic Affairs - Including Athletics: 1983-1995, Helman and Robinson YearsMU2020/4 Presidential files encompassing the entire spectrum of Academic Administrative materials (1983-1996). Topics include but are not limited to: Faculty correspondence,supplemental materials for faculty meetings (1974-1975), Warren Garner's retirement, program adjustment for Home Economics and Office Administration, reports by Dean of Academic Affairs, Janina Traxler (BCA China), faculty evaluations, Commencement plans, the green ribbon pledge, HoosierBuckeye Conference materials,  ProposedAthletic Conference 1987 – ICAC – the formation of the new Indiana CollegiateAthletic Conference, Departmentsand Divisions - HPER Department – Intercollegiate Sports 1986-1988  through 1992– correspondence including butnot limited to: behavior during Steve Alford games, HCW Hoosier Conference for Women, Indiana Collegiate Athletic Conference, 1992-1993, ICAC Conference,  ICAC Constitution andBylaws, Minutes of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, Amendments to theConstitution and Bylaws, etc. (For a more thorough list, link to the finding aid by clicking on accession number, middle column).

See also: About 40 - 50 boxes of materials that had been stored in Calvin Ulrey Hall, were moved to the archives during 2019, when Calvin Ulrey was being renovated for office space.
Academic Affairs: Faculty/Adjunct FilesMC2011/146 

Files regarding adjunct faculty.

 
Academic Affairs: Large Box #4Academic Affairs: Large Boxes 1 - 12: Box #4 

1924 Faculty Athletic Association.

1930-1931 Dean Holl's Report to the Faculty.

Academic Statistics Fall Term 1947.

1987- 1993 - Number applying for graduation, graduating with honors, lowest GPA.

Faculty Governance Task Force (1971, 1990-1991), Faculty Executive Committee Minutes (1978-1984, 1984 -1999 incomplete).

Interdisciplinary Studies Committee and Honors Studies (1990-1991).

Enrollment Management Committee (1990).  Subcommittee on Academic/Registration/Advising, Provisional Admissions (1987).

Examination Program (1960), Studies on Improvement of Tests, Senior Independent Study Program.

Steering Committee and Self-Study Steering Committee Minutes and plans (1967-1989).

Faculty Development Committee and Department Chairs, Department Heads, Meetings (1982 - 1998).

Faculty Development - Faculty Workshop programs 1965 - 2002. 1990 Mission Statement.   1991 Minutes of Professional Studies Meeting.

Discussion of Faculty/Staff Club Room and Faculty/Staff Lounge (1980 - 1985).

Faculty banquets and "Welcoming Dinners." The honoring of retirees.

Executive Committee Minutes - Military Recruitment on Campus, Inter-Disciplinary Programs (Peace Studies and Environmental Studies), Faculty Workshops, Discussion Day, Admissions Standards, Educational Frontiers Committee Members, Ethical Research Principles, Faculty Committee Assignments, Religious Life Committee,  Accreditation - Self-Study, Faculty Social Programs Committee, Dismissal Procedures for Non-Tenured and Tenured Faculty Members , Skills Development Center, Christian Higher Education, Mission Statement,

Faculty suggestions, "how to improve the experience of minority students on campus," Hoosier-Buckeye Collegiate Conference and HBCC Financial Aid Policy, Standards for Honors Graduates , Human Diversity, Harassment, Faculty Governance, Faculty Standing Committees at MC, Collaborative Learning, School Breaks, Representatives for the Dean of Academic Affairs, Bylaws for Conduct of Faculty Elections, Discussion Day Schedule, Revisions to Faculty Manual, Department Chair Appointment, Retirement Banquet, International Meal, Admissions Classifications, History of Curriculum Review, 1984 task force on Program Reduction, Improved Status of Library Faculty [October 10, 1993], NCAA definition of "good academic standing," and "satisfactory progress of students" [1993], Computer Services, Human Diversity Policy by Affirmative Action Committee, Commuter Assignments 1993-1994 by Faculty Member, Policy for the Promotion and Protection of Human Diversity (1993), Responsibilities of Computer Users, Teacher Education Committees, use of Library in Curriculum, Academic Breaks, Length of Academic Year.

Two Year Curriculum and Instructional Improvement Study circa 1958 - Study on Curricular Integration.

Goals For An Effective Curriculum At Manchester College, July 2000.

Two Year Degree Program, Fall 1974.

Helman's introduction, description and final results of the 1960's Self-Study, and related reports, statistics and minutes.  "The New Curriculum at Manchester College, Report of the Self-Study) Status as of June 20, 1968)."

Development of Divisional Core Curricula in Humanities, Social Sciences and Science, etc., Proposed Non-Divisional Core Curriculum Focused on helping each student discover "Who He Is,"  A Statement of Purpose for Manchester College, Memo to Faculty Regarding Self-Study, Proposed Teaching Load Evaluation.

Grading and Low Scholarship.

Faculty Development Committee - 1974-1997 (incomplete) - includingTenure, Salary, Benefits, Faculty Evaluation, Student Evaluation of Teaching, Guidelines for Recognition of Faculty for 25 Years of Service, Sabbatical Requests, Support for Faculty Research Fulltime Status, Revisions to Faculty Manual, Formation of System for Evaluation of Staff and Administration (1992), Annual Reports to the Faculty, Program Adjustment, Student Evaluations of Faculty, Forward Planning Committee, Rank for Librarians.

Committees and Standing Committees of the Faculty 1960 - 1973 (incomplete). Also 2000 - 2001.

Faculty Minutes, February, 1954.

Committee on Instruction 1963 - 1964.

Curriculum Revisions 1961, 1969, and 1977.

1974 materials including but not limited to: - Standards for the Accreditation of Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Social Work - Recommendations from the Natural Science Division to the Academic Committee - Humanities Faculty Core Evaluation - Questionnaire  "The following courses and programs help me discover who I am and what I can become." - Senior Colloquium -  Proposals for Curriculum Modification.

Academic Program 1988-1989, report of Graduate Student Enrollment - Academic Program developments (1986-1987)

Statistical Evaluation of contributions by each department (1982 - 1982).

1987-1991materials including but not limited to the following committees: Teacher Education (TEC), Academic Policies , Athletic Committee, Minority Concerns, Human Diversity, Student Life, Human Relations, Facilities Policy, Educational Innovation, Koinonia,College Planning , Management Information, Graduate and Continuing Education.

Budget (1967-1968), budget comparisons, salary scale, faculty benefits, teaching load, Co-Curricular Enrichment Committee,1986 President's memo, "An Attempt to Overthrow the Limitations of Manchester College."

Task Force for Program Adjustment(1981-1984).

 
Accreditation: Social Work 1991MC2003/267  Social Work accreditation, 1991  
AdmissionsMC2004/133 

Photographs:  Special Events photograph collection

 
Admissions: Enrollment 1987MC2008/150 Newspaper article 1987 regarding enrollment hike, first hike in half-decade. 
Admissions: PostersMC2009/71 MC2009/71-V,ta: Posters. 1981, "Junior Visitation Day," and (no year) "Juniors in High School, Your Invitation to Manchester College, April 28."  
Advancement Centennial Event - Step Up To The Future Campaign: Slides and ScansMU2014/49 Slides and digital copies documenting the Centennial Celebration's October 1987 kick-off event for the "Step Up to the Future Campaign." 
Advancement: Assortment MU2012/96 A variety of materials from the Department of Advancement that was moved to the Archives during office relocations in the Summer of 2012. Alumni Days 2003. 
Advancement: Centennial Campaign, Step Up To The FutureMC2007/166 "Step Up To The Future" program in celebration of the PERC [1987].  Booklets for "Step Up to the Future, The Centennial Campaign for Manchester College,"  circa 1988 - 1989. 
Advancement: VHS Tape and Other AssortmentMU2013/152, 1-34 - Formerly ROOctober2012/31 

VHS tapes and cassette tapes documenting significant events on the Manchester College campus, including Step Up to the Future (1987) as part of the Centennial Campaign. Focus on the college's Centennial year.  Brochures on the Ministry Training Institute and Training in Ministry.  Church of the Brethren pamphlets, some authored by faculty or alumni of Manchester College.

 
Alford, SteveMC2009/71-SP:Sports Steve Alford posters. 
Allen, MaxMC2007/71 Max Allen: Program for "A Recital Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Max & Sara Mertz Allen." 
Alumni Affairs: Miscellaneous CollectionMU2016/52 

DVDs -  (1) "The Friends of Manchester College Golf Outing, Looking Back on 15 Years" (1990 forward). (2) the Manchester experience, preparing graduates to think deeply and critically, with attention to the benefits of the Auburn Golf Outing.

Video clips - Student Union (now Jo Young Switzer Center) renovation, time- elapsed photography of construction.

Church of the Brethren relations - programs from the Alumni Luncheons at Church of the Brethren  Annual Conferences 1997, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006.

Alumni Directory (1939) with notes.

Alumni Directory 1960.

Class of 1951 Senior Recognition Day program.

Notecard prints of watercolors campus buildings by Deb Hammond (MC Class of 1992).

Programs; Athletic Hall of Fame - luncheon and induction ceremony 2000 - "M" Club induction (undated) - Citation for  the 1994-1995 Basketball Team (Athletic Hall of Fame 2000).

1941 - 1991 Golden Anniversary booklet for the Class of 1941.

1999 Alumni Day Banquet program, with Honor Award recipients, and Golden Anniversary of Class of 1949.

2001 and 2002 Alumni Day Banquet program.

Manchester College song written by Lucile Klinger and Henrietta Wassman.

"Bulletin" focusing on the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Barry Goldwater visits.

 
Alumni Association: PhotographsMC2004/133 

Special Events Photograph Collection

 
Alumni Reunion: Class of 1941MU2018/122 Video of the 50th Class Reunion of the Class of 1941. 
Alumni: Memories, Class of 1948MC2012/89 College memories and personal updates from members of the Manchester Class of 1948 that were submitted in preparation for their 25th year reunion in 1973. 
Athletics RecordsMU2014/165 

Athletic scores, newspaper articles, and materials regarding individuals, types of sports and  sports events - multiple years: Women's Basketball, Men's Basketball, etc.

See also Large Box #21.

 
Award: Good HousekeepingMU2017/7 Photograph of Mona Jean Harley shaking hands with President Bill Robinson. Mona was the recipient of the Good Housekeeping award, "100 Women of Promise" (1986-1987). 
Baldwin, Ferne: CollectionMC2011/231 

Objects in the collection of former Manchester College Archivist and Professor, Ferne Baldwin.  The collection includes assorted MC historical materials and records.

 
Baldwin, Ferne: Collection of Archivist Emerita MU2019/15 A collection assembled by Archivist Emerita, Ferne Baldwin, including:  Photographs, publications, newspaper clippings, athletic department and buildings materials, "Spartan Sports News," obituaries, etc., click on accession number to see detailed description. 
Basketball, Men's: Photographs, 1920-1999MU2014/53 

Men's basketball photographs from circa 1920 through 1999.

 
Basketball, Women's Player with Robinson: PhotographPhoto Box 4b, File Folder #2 Women's Basketball photograph of President Robinson and player.  
Basketball, Women's: PhotographsFile Folder #19 

Women's Basketball photographs.  Many individuals are indentified in this collection.  Photographs include Summer Camps 1975 - 1976.

 
Basketball, Women's: PhotographsFile Folder #18  

Women's Basketball photographs including 1986 - 1987 as well as other years.  Many players are identified.

 
Board of Trustees: Digital Photograph of 2005 Board of TrusteesMC2010/133 Digital printout of group photograph of the 2005 Board of Trustees along with names. 
Board of Trustees: List Last Edited 2005Trustee List List of trustees and years of service.  Last edited 2005. 
Board of Trustees: Photograph CollectionMC2003/43  

Board of Trustees photograph collection.

 
Board of Trustees: Photograph, 1993MC2003/37  Photograph taken by Scott McAlpine in October 1993.  Old Oakwood in background.  Trustees, including President Robinson, are posed on sidewalk.  List of names is included.  
Board of Trustees: PhotographsMC2007/59 

Photographs Manchester College Board of Trustees 2003 and 2003 MC Trustees who grew up in the vicinity of North Manchester.

 
Board of Trustees: RecordsVault: Filing Cabinet Drawer 1 

Correspondence and materials relating to the Board of Trustees and Executive Committee including committee materials, Church of the Brethren district ratification forms, membership lists and memos from the presidents to the Board of Trustees 1956 - 2002.

 

 
Brethren Colleges Abroad: JapanMU2017/82 September 1988 photographs of Dr. Nobuo Dobashi,  President Jun Arima, President William Robinson, and Professor Allen Deeter as Hokusei Gakuen University, agrees to become part of the Brethren Colleges Aborad (BCA) international studies program. 
Brethren Colleges Abroad: Painted Chinese ScrollMU2019/65 One hand-painted scroll from China in honor of Manchester's Brethren College's Abroad Program. 
Burke, Eldon: PhotographMC2007/42 Eldon Burke Collection (Part A), photograph of himself and colleagues, 1922 Commencement Exercises. 
Butterbaugh, EdgarMC2011/217 

Awards and degree belonging to President Emeritus, Edgar Butterbaugh, MC Class of 1949.

 
Camp Mack: Images circa 1986MU2018/79 Camp Mack negatives and scanned images from circa 1986. Pictures include President Robinson, baseball, tug-of-war, volleyball. 
Campaign: Step Up To The FutureMU2013/68 A video supporting the Centennial Campaign Fund (circa 1989) focusing on the Manchester College educational experience and emphasizing the need for funding student financial support, building maintenance, and improved educational equipment.  A tape divided into two parts. 
Centennial Campaign: President Robinson's FilesMU2020/10 President Robinson's Centennial Campaign materials. 
Church Relations: Manchester CollegeMU2015/33 Church Relations Materials affirming the relationship between Manchester College and the Church of the Brethren, including but not limited to: Brethren Business Network, statistics regarding congregational and district support,  Trustee information, A Cappella and Concert Band Tours, grants through Lilly Endowment, Inc., TEV programs,  Church-College Conversations, youth conferences, and programs offering continuing education and support for church workers and pastors. 
Class CardsMC2004/696 

Class Card for Dick Deefenbaugh with an apparent sports photo order list on the verso.

See also: Large Box 185, MC2009/31.

 
Class Cards, Passes and NotepadsMC2009/31 

A variety of cards, passes and schedules, for a variety of uses. They include but are not limited to: classes, organizations, and athletic events.

 
College Woman's ClubLarge Box 32 Memorabilia, minutes, and records of Manchester's College Woman's Club. 
Committees: Helman and Robinson YearsMU2020/7 

Ad Hoc Committees – Early 1980’s, from Helman Years into Robinson Era.

Faculty Committee, 1986-1987 through 1990-1991.

Committees and Public Relations.


 
Contact Sheets 1980's: PhotographsMC2008/139a,b 

Photograph Contact Sheet (Scott Mcalpine, photographer) from 1985 - 1989 including classroom and sports scenes and images of faculty and students.  Many individuals have been identified.

 
Convocation #216: President RobinsonMU2015/126 

Manchester College President, Dr. William Robinson, presents Opening Convocation on 3 September 1986.

 
Convocation #285: Robinson, PresidentMU2015/107 President Robinson presents "Opening Spring Convocation" on 6 February 1989. 
Convocation #297: Robinson, President WilliamMU2015/92 

Manchester's President William Robinson presents the Opening Convocation address on 30 August 1989.

 
Convocation #325: Ningkun, Wu 1990MU2014/19 

A video recording of Manchester College's opening Convocation 29 August, 1990, featuring Dr. Wu Ningkun.

 
Convocation and Public Programs: PhotographsMU2017/95 

Photographs of Convocation and Public Programs sponsored by Manchester College (identified by speaker/performer and/or year).

 
Convocation List 1968 - 2008: RecordingsConvocation List of Recordings 

A listing of Convocation cassette tapes and recordings.  Some of these recordings have been digitized but this list does not reflect this information . 

 
Convocation: Photograph CollectionMC2004/123 

A photograph collection of convocation participants and events.  Most individuals in the pictures have been identified.

 
Cordier, Andrew W and Dorothy Butterbaugh: Collection of Louise KingMU2014/12 Louise King's collection of photographs and materials related to her father and mother, Andrew W. Cordier and Dorothy Butterbaugh Cordier. 
Dances: Dance Collection and Policy ChangeMC2002/89  

General and announcement of policy change allowing dancing.

The file contains correspondence, signage, programs, invitations, tickets, committee minutes, dance cards from the Robinson Presidential Ball of 1991.  Includes information on Presidential Balls, Valentine's Dances, and the Oak Leaves article announcing "At Last - Dancing!"

 
Dean of Students: Student Development, Discipline, Mental HealthMU2020/9 

Student Development – (1983–1987) -Judicial System – Disciplinary Actions - appeals, correspondence, judicial system, pledges of office.

StudentDevelopment – Residence Life (Fall 1969-Spring 1982) – Conduct violations -“Schwalm March” (1982) residence hall issues – publication, “ThoseCollege Days” - hall contracts and procedures.

Student Development – UnionProgram Council Minutes (1982-1983) – including 1984 May Day1986 Breakaway Week.

Student Development – UnionProgram Council – Correspondence, 1974 through 1985-1986.

CONFIDENTIAL - Dean ofStudents –  Materials 1980-1983 –including but not limited to: Annual Report of the Student Development Program, AAFROHouse Activity Program, ideas forcombating racism, Student Activities,Discipline, Residence Life, Campus Ministry Board, Career Planning andPlacement.

Dean ofStudents Materials Fall 1977-Spring1980 – Community Judicial System (Community Court), Faculty Professional Studies programs – studentaltercations – Residence Life Staff, 1978-1979 – Student Health ServicesLicensing – 1978 Annual Report of the Office of the Dean of Students to thePresident – Revised Alternative Living Option - discussion of co-educationalhousing (1973).

CONFIDENTIAL - StudentDevelopment – General File – 1983-1985 – including but not limited to:Annual Report of the Student Development Program from the Dean of StudentDevelopment to the President of Manchester College, 15 March 1985 –responsibilities of the Counselor and Coordinator of Minority Affairs – alcohollaws from the State of Indiana – residence hall survey results – recommendations on guest hours in residence halls – TheLaw  Related to Use of Videotapes andVCRs on Campus (1984) licensing restrictions – Annual Report of the StudentDevelopment Program from the Dean of Student Development to the President ofManchester College.

CONFIDENTIAL - StudentDevelopment – General, 1985-1986 – including but not limited to: The AnnualReport of the Student Development Program form the Dean of Student Development Stan Escott) to the President of Manchester College, 17 March 1986 – letters of sympathy to family members of those who have died.

Student Development – CareerPlanning and Placement, 1975-1986

Student Development –Living-Learning Organization (formerly called Calvin Ulrey Living LearningCenter), 1976 – 1986; Discussion for and against the Calvin Ulrey Living Learning Center – Evaluations – Reports – Recommendations –Executive Council Minutes -

Student Development –Director of Placement, 195 8-1959 through 1974-1975, Job Placement (Class of 1974), 1973 Federal Summer Intern Program College Participations – Special Report: Student Demonstrations and College Placement (1967) – Philosophy of College Placement as adopted in1962 – letters from companies looking for employees.

Assistant to the President,1967-1983 – Salary Outlay and Increases 1983 – Enrollment Projections (Fall 1983) – Admissions statistics (1976-1982) – Trends in Institutional Vitality (1980) – Staff Benefits  – BasicCollege Costs (1976-1977) – servicing equipment in the transformer vaults – Vocational Interest of Freshmen  – Medical Professions – Indiana Colleges andUniversities statistics regarding total costs, tuition, fees, room and board – Church of the Brethren students – Indiana Corporations contributions to MC.

Vice President, 1983-1986–Manchester College faculty with Doctorates, Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees – faculty rank [Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Instructor,Lecturer, Library Faculty] – 1979 study of freshmen [Office of Institutional Research] – new College Seal.

Student Development - psychiatric services.

 
Dean's Scholarship MC2009/24 incorporated into MU2012/117 

Various types of scholarship announcements, large formatted checks and names of recipients from Academic Year 1995 - 1996, Dean's Scholarship, newsclippings.  Scholarship Information Assortment. 

 
Deavel, Gary: Twelve Hymn Preludes for OrganMC2012/91 

Twelve preludes for the organ composed by Manchester College Professor Emeritus R. Gary Deavel.  These compositions are based on hymn tunes from various sources.

Restrictions: Single copies permitted for study and performance.

 
Deeter, Al: Personal CollectionMU2018/55 Box 1 Personal correspondence, ministerial and CPS documents, papers written while a student at Bethany Biblical Seminary and at Princeton, studies in Anabaptist Theology, Princeton dissertation correspondence, early Environmental Studies grant materials, Christian College Day presentations,  negatives, slides, photographs, and Bridgewater College's diploma granting Allen Deeter the degree of Doctor of Humane Letters Honoris Causa
Deeter, Allen: Peace StudiesMU2021/19 Correspondence, articles by Deeter, Ken Brown, and others, 1969 sabbatical information, Peace Studies and Fellowship of Reconciliation materials (including "Dai Dong"), Humanities Core revision, "Heirs of a Promise," Peace Studies Syllabi, Environmental Studies at Manchester proposal, various symposiums, and more. 
Dunbar, Wilbur: Correspondence with President William RobinsonBrethren People File: Dunbar, Wilbur Wilbur Dunbar, alumnus (Class of 1943), corresponds with President William Robinson and Dean Ronald Arnett about the College's curriculum. 
Earth Day: PosterMC2009/71, File Folder MC2009/71-E: Events on Campus 

Poster for Earth Day, "Go Plant a Tree!!!, Earthday Celebration 20 years."

 
Eberly, William: Office FilesMU2014/107 

Materials from Bill Eberly's files that describe his educational history, the development of Manchester's Environmental Science and public school educational programs, the history of Koinonia, syllabi, student notes (confidential), research data on Indiana and other lakes, Cordier biographical material, Indiana history, and Manchester College quips.

 
Faculty and Staff" PR Photograph CollectionMC2007/228 A - BG Photographs of faculty, trustees, etc. from their College Advancement, PR files.

 

 
Faculty and Staff, A-Z: PhotographsMC2003/225 

Large Faculty Photograph Collection including but not limited to:

Photograph of Manchester College alumus, Wangdi Sherpa.  Photo with Dr. William Eberly.

Carl Caldwell and parents during parent's weekend, 1978 - 1979.

Richard Nixon headline in newspaper with students and Stan Davis, Speech and Drama.

Foodservice.

Go to accession page to view listing of this assortment of faculty and staff pictures.

 
Faculty Photograph CollectionTwo Large Boxes: Photo Shelves 

Photographs of faculty.  This is a large list of faculty and a large collection of pictures.

 
Faculty Retirement Dinner, 1992: VideoMU2018/113 

"A+" Faculty Retirement Dinner, 16 May 1992, a video.

 
Faculty, Trustees, Etc.: Photographs MC2007/228 

Photographs of faculty, trustees, etc. from their College Advancement, Public Relations files.

 
Faculty/Staff Announcements: 2013MU2020/60 

Copies of E-mail announcements regarding changes in Faculty and Staff for 2013.

 
FloatsMC2008/207 Float plans. 
Funderburg Library: Director's BoxMC2012/16 Materials from the office of the Funderburg Library Director, Robin Gratz. 
Funderburg Library: Director's Box, Gene Likens MaterialsMC2012/87 

Gene Likens display case file collection.  Biographical material, Helman letter, and photographs given to the College by Dr. Likens, 2005.

 
Funderburg Library: Director's BoxesMU2019/105 Materials acquired from the office of the Director of Funderburg Library, Jill Lichtsinn, upon the event of her retirement, July 2019. 1999 remodel plans. 
Funderburg Library: PhotographsMC2003/115 

Photographs of the construction of Funderburg Library (1966)and floor plans, Allen Wilmert and Rob Gratz with Paul Kantbambi of the University of Malawi, May 1988, the 1992 National Library Week Reception, pictures of sculptures, artwork and library equipment, musical instruments, photos of faculty, staff and students....and many more.

 
Funderburg Library: Succession of Library Directors and Their TitlesMC2012/90 A history of Library Directors at Manchester College from 1889 - 2012. 
Funderburg, AlvinMC2008/109 Manchester College graduate and author of the Funderburg family history.   
Fundraising by Decade/Campaign: Centennial Campaign, Step Up To The Future, circa 1988MC2007/171 "Step Up To The Future" Steering Committee, Major Gifts Committee, Special Gifts Committee, Campaign Reporter, Accountability Team. 
Fundraising by Decade/Campaign: Centennial Campaign, Step Up To The Future, circa 1988MC2009/115 Newspaper article announcing the launch of the Centennial Campaing with a fundraising event and speech by President Robinson.  
Graduation 1986: Baccalaureate and Commencement: Dr. Durnbaugh, President HelmanBaccalaureate and Commencement 1986: Durnbaugh and Helman Baccalaureate Address 25 May 1986 given by Dr. Donald F. Durnbaugh and Commencement Address delivered by President A. Blair Helman 25 May 1986. 
Graduation 1987: Baccalaureate Address - Robinson, President Dr.Baccalaureate Tape 1987: President Robinson Sermon President Robinson delivers the baccalaureate address on 24 May 1987. 
Graduation 1988: Baccalaureate Address - Robinson, PresidentBaccalaureate Tape 1988: Robinson, President Manchester College President, Dr. Robinson, delivers the 1988 Baccalaureate address. 
Graduation 1989: Baccalaureate Addres - Robinson, PresidentBaccalaureate Tape 1989: Robinson, President 

Manchester College President, Dr. Robinson, presents the 21 May 1989 Baccalaureate address.

 
Graduation 1990: Commencement VideoMU2014/23 

Video footage of the 1990 Commencement Exercises [MP4 file]. Address delivered by Dr. Jane Henney(MC alumna).

 
Graduation 1992: Commencement VideoMU2014/20 VHS tape and MP4 digital file documenting Manchester College Commencement exercises 1992. Dr. Hyedima Bwala receives an honorary degree. 
Graduation 1993MC2004/122 

President WIlliam Robinson: Commencement Photograph Collection, 1993.

Honorary Degree recipient: Andrew Murray.

Honorary Degree recipient: Howard Brembeck.

Many faculty/staff, students and alumni are identified in this set of photographs.

 
Gratz, James: Memorial Service DVDMU2017/12 Video of the memorial service for Jim Gratz, 6 February 2017 at the Manchester Church of the Brethren. 
Gratz, RobinFaculty Staff Boxes: Gratz, Robin 

Material regarding Robin (Rob) Gratz, including photograph of Rob Gratz as a Manchester College student running in a competition.

See also: MC2004/729 for a photograph of Robin Gratz in the Public Relations Wall of Fame photograph collection.

 

 
Gratz, Robin, Organ RecitalMC2008/02 Robin Gratz, Faculty Recital, 8 September 1998. 
Gratz, Robin: TributeMC2012/92 

A tribute to Rob Gratz presented by future Library Director, Jill Lichtsinn at the PALNI (Private Academic Library Network of Indiana) meeting at Butler University in Indianapolis. 

 
Groninger, Joy: Publications and DesignMC2009/14  

Personal and Assorted departmental files from Joy Groninger, Publications and Design.

 
Hawthorn Program: FilesMU2014/163 Dr. Onyegi's records of the Hawthorne Program (1999, 2000, 2001, 2002) – A Lilly funded grant designed to help prepare Hispanic and African American middle school (grades 6-8) students for college. Some records are confidential. 
Helman, A. Blair and Patricia: Photographs MC2007/145 

A. Blair Helman: Photo Collection containing images of A. Blair and Patricia Helman, including A. Blair receiving keys to station wagon from manager of Chrysler plant [MC2007/145]. 

 
Helman, A. Blair: TributesMC2011/159 
  • An assortment of materials pertaining to President A. Blair Helman, Including:
    Letter of retirement to the Board of Trustees, April 1985.
  • Nomination materials for the Council on International Educational Exchange Award.
  • Vernon Schwalm correspondence.
  • Helman, Member of theThe Indiana Academy, elected 9 June 1987.
  • Presentation of Doctor of Humane Letters degree to President Helman, Indiana University, Bloomington, 1981.
  • Also in this folder are items from Kay Batdorf, Andrew Cordier, Vernon Schwalm, Sarafian, President, University of LaVerne and President William Robinson, etc.

 

 
Helman: A. Blair Helman Letter to William RobinsonMC2003/235 A. Blair Helman: Letter from Blair Helman dated 15 January 2003 regarding Bill Robinson's book, Leading People from the Middle.  
Helman: Photographs, Oak LeavesMU2012/9 

Information and photographs about A. Blair and Pat Helman.

Photographs from the farewell celebration and from the welcoming of President Robinson and family.

 
Home Economics and Office Administration: Education and Professional Programs Division MC2009/175 

Home Economics and Office Administration phase out letter by President Robinson, 1990.

 
Homecoming Photograph CollectionMC2004/126 

Homecoming Photograph Collection

Primarily black and white pictures, photographed by Scott McAlpine at Homecoming 1992 (10/17)

 
Honorary Degrees: Murray, Andrew, 1993MC2004/122: Murray Degree Photographs 

Andrew Murray received an honorary degree from Manchester College in 1993.  See MC2004/122 for photographs from this event.

 
Human Resources: Policies, Memos, Institutional ChartsLarge Box 71 

13 April 1987 Faculty Emeriti Policies. 

Health Insurance, 19 June 2000 memo from Parker G. Marden, President.

Paychecks; 2001 Reminder, bi-weekly pay policy. 

Student Summer Employment Memo, 30 April 1979. 

Structural Charts (1996) showing positions in Institutional Administration, Advancement, Financial Affairs, and Student Development.  

Performance Evaluation Grid by Bill Robinson (undated).  

 
Ikenberry AwardMC2002/140 

Award in honor of L.D. Ikenberry, former treasurer and former acting president of Manchester College.

  • Nomination materials, lists, photographs.
 
Ikenberry Hall, Demolition and Construction of Helman Hall: VideoMU2013/71 A video continuing the story of the demolition of Ikenberry Hall (see MU2013/70).  Groundbreaking and dedication of the construction site of Helman Hall with President Robinson officiating. Footage of the construction of Helman Hall, 1992. Openhouse showcasing the interior of Helman Hall. 
Inauguration: Photographs from Oak Leaves or Aurora OfficesMU2012/54 

One photograph is marked "inauguration" - perhaps of President Robinson?  A. Blair Helman is in the picture.  Some other faculty members are identified.

 
Lehman, Godfriedi (Gottfried): Choral Book, 1712 MC2009/93 Godfriedi Lehman Choral Book, 1712, hand-copied. From Cassell Library.  
Management Council: 1986-2001MU2020/15 Management Staff (Council) meeting minutes and materials- CONFIDENTIAL -due to issues involving faculty/staff and students.

"Management” is composed of representativesfrom Public Relations, Human Resources, Student Development, Academic Affairs,the Business Office, Institutional Advancement, Executive Assistant to thePresident, President’s Office.

 
Manchester College and the Church of the BrethrenMC2009/151 

Church Relations - objectives, resources, and implementation.

 
Manchester College Collection: Collected by Ferne BaldwinMU2013/155 

Dr. William Robinson speaks at Pike Creek COB (1990), Centennial Celebration auction, Dagny Boebel offers Shakespeare course, David Eicher gives recital (1990), "The Glass Menagerie" (1990), “Good Health and Quality Health Care” workshop, IN State graduate degree to Robert Plummer, Mary Bombich and James Clark in "Hamlet," Dr. R. H. Miller officiates at Guthrie funeral service,Du Pont awards two grants (1963), Carol Stubbs in "Hamlet," Ed Johnston in "Fantasticks," Martha Smeltzer in "Hamlet," City schools employ MC graduates (report by Howard Book), MC appreciates community support (1995), "Oak Leaves" theft of papers and return (1975), Lynn Baker, Howard Sollenberger, A. Blair and Pat Helman, art shows, Public Programs, COB events on campus, new phone system, Charolotte Schutz Deavel, Doris Garey books, Deeter (Religion vs. Christian Tradition requirements), grade change policy (1996), Perry Graham/Peace Center, Nuclear Warfare, Men and Women's Soccer newspaper clippings.

 
Manchester College: History, the Helman CollectionMC2012/7 

Articles of historical interest and significance to Manchester College and to the Town of North Manchester.

 
Manchester Subscription Agency MC2009/17 

D. C. Reber, was the manager of Manchester Subscription Agency. Prof. Reber’s service would have been like toady’s EBSCO – a centralized vendor of periodical subscriptions. This handwritten book begins on December 11, 1930 and continues into 1935.  Individuals from North Manchester, and out of state, local high schools, the Manchester College library, the public library etc. have their periodical subscriptions recorded along with price and shipment address. D. C. Reber is the Manager of the agency whose address is 901 N. Wayne St., North Manchester, Indiana.  

 
May Day Celebrations: The 1970' s through 1993 MU2013/32 F Photographs of May Day celebrations, May Day Queens and their Courts from 1970 through 1993. 
Miller, Ed and Martha: Collection of Programs and MemorabiliaMU2013/86 Handmade programs and memorabilia for MC clubs and organizations circa the 1950's. Photographs and identification of 1953 May Day Queen, Jean Childs Young and Court. Programs from Home Economics events (1950's). Oak Leaves issue announcing MC's Cherry Princess candidates. 1991 and 1992 issues of the Manchester College "Bulletin."  Photos from May Day 1956. Copy of "The Acorn," 25th year edition. 
Montel, Gary: Public Relations Wall of Fame, Photographs MC2004/729: Montel, Gary 

Photograph of Gary Montel in the Public Relations Wall of Fame Photograph Collection, MC2004/729. 

 
Mount Morris College: Photograph CollectionMC2004/212 

Identified photographs 1912 and 1913.

 
Mount Morris College: PhotographsMU2015/46 Photographs from Mount Morris College, Illinois. 
Mount Morris: Rolston CollectionMU2015/32 W. Wendell Rolston's collection of memorabilia from Mount Morris College. 
Music, Drama and Visiting Artistis: PostersMC2009/71 

This large collection of materials ranging from MC2009/7-A  -  MC2009/71-V,j1a,b includes printed and hand-made posters and other memorabilia accumulated throughout the years in the Manchester College Archives. 

 
Oak Leaves: Photographs circa1993 MU2012/112 Most of these photographs were used in issues of the Oak Leaves from 11 February 1993 through 7 May 1993.  There is one folder of negatives and images that did not appear to be correlated with this time-frame and will be arbitrariliy dated - circa 1992-1993.  
Parents' Weekend: PhotographsMC2004/131, Numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 14 

These photographs are part of a larger collection MC2004/131.

Photo #1: Robin Szulczyk '96 and her mom on parents' weekend.10/1/92.  Photographer:  Patte Stockberger '95.

Photo #2: Lori Bolton '96, Amy Bolton '95 and their family on parents' weekend.  10/1/92.  Photographer:  Patte Stockberger.

Photo #3: Keith Roberts and his parents outside the Union on parents' weekend 10/1/92.  Photographer:  Patte Stockberger.

Photos #4, 5: Gina Klakamp '94 and her dad on parents' weekend.  10/1/92.  Photographer:  Patte Stockberger.

Photo #14: Jenny Lekarczyk '96 with her parents on parents' weekend 10/1/92.  Photographer:  Patte Stockberger.

See also:  Union Program Council; Photo Box 65.

 
Performance: PostersMU2019/106 

April 1993 performance, "Music of the Old and New Worlds," by the A Cappella Choir. Manchester Choral Society presents, Vivaldi's "Gloria" and other Christmas cantatas, December 1993. Manchester Symphony Orchestra with organ soloist, Robin Gratz, perform March 2000.

 
Photograph and Memorabilia AssortmentMC2011/192 

A packet of materials was dropped at the Front Desk of the Library by an unidentified individual during the month of July 2011.  The contents contained photographs from Manchester College and one paper fan from a local funeral home.  The Archivist believes this assortment was received from former Archivist, Ferne Baldwin. Two of the photographs were of the "Flying Club?" and were accessioned as MC2011/190.  A listing of the remaining objects follows:

1.  One fan from George N. Bender & Son Funderal Directors, North Manchester, Indiana.  The picture on the fan is that of a young mother holding a sleeping baby in her arms and is titled, "Loves Gift Divine." This fan will be filed in the Local History Box of the Archives by its accession number MC2011/192fan.

2.  Eight Photographs:

Two photographs of the gymnasium layout for a program held in June 1967.  At first glance, until looking at the date, it appears as if this could be for baccalaureate and commencement exercises.

One photograph of Student Alumni Service Award recipients, Cynthia Bull (MC Class of 1990) and Matthew Smucker (MC Class of 1990) as well as Alumni Service Award reciptients Robin Lahman, Florence Freed (MC Class of 1928) and Helen Taylor (MC Class of 1973).

Two color snapshots of the footfield field with chairs, platform and band.  This is possibly for graduation exercises.

One black and white photograph of aerial view of campus with Petersime Chapel, Funderburg Library, the Gymnasium/Auditorium, Holl-Kintner Hall of Science and the Winger building before it was the Wine-Winger building.

8" x 10" black and white photograph of students, possibly from the 1970's. 

Black and white 8" x 10" publicity photograph of Paul Polivnick, Associate Conductor, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.

 

 
Photograph Collection, Public Relations: Wall of Fame, Faculty and StaffMC2004/729 Faculty/Staff Photographs: Public Relations Wall of Fame Photograph Collection 
Photograph: American Chemical Society, 1964MC2010/99 One photograph of students and faculty who were members of the American Chemical Society, 1963-1964. 
PhotographsMU2013/157 A conglomeration of decade spanning images reflecting student life and faculty/staff experience at Manchester College. 
Photographs of Faculty, Trustees, Etc. From College Advancement, PR filesMC2007/228 

Photographs of faculty, presidents, trustees, etc. from College Advancement, PR files.

 
Photographs: Contact Sheets, 1980'sMC2008/139a,b 

Photographs and contact sheets from the 1980 featuring faculty, staff and students.  Also included are athletics pictures, Camp Mack Day, President Robinson, theater, the radio station, students playing the chime, and many other images.  Many pictures are identified.

 
Photographs: Faculty and StaffMC2010/71 

Slides of Faculty and Staff 1951 - 1963 and beyond into the President Robinson Era.

 
Photographs: Media and Public Relations, January 1997 - May 2000 - Part 1MC2012/36 

Photographs, contact sheets and negatives for the purposes of Media and Public Relations. January 1997 through December 1997.

 
Photographs: Media and Public Relations, January 2001 - May 2002 - Part 1MC2012/36g - Part 1 Photographs, contact sheets and negatives for the purposes of Media and Public Relations. January 2001 - September 2001.  
PianoMC2010/47 Cordier piano fundraising performance and dedication. 
Posters and Articles From Manchester College MC2009/71,A-V  
  • File Folder MC2009/71-A: A Cappella Choir
  • File Folder MC2009/71-AL: Artist Lecture Series
  • File Folder MC2009/71-B: Brethren Colleges Abroad
  • File Folder MC2009/71-C: Children's Theatre
  • File Folder MC2009/71-CB: Concert Band and Jazz Ensemble
  • File Folder MC2009/71-CH: Choral Events
  • File Folder MC2009/71-CY: Church of the Brethren Youth Conference
  • File Folder MC2009/71-D: Dances
  • File Folder MC2009/71-E: Events on Campus
  • File Folder MC2009/71-MSO: Manchester Civic and Symphony Orchestra
  • File Folder MC2009/71-MU: Music Department
  • File Folder MC2009/71-PEV: Performances and Events
  • File Folder MC2009/71-PMOA: Plays, Musicals, One Acts
  • File Folder MC2009/71-SP: Sports, Posters with Football schedules.
  • File Folder MC2009/71-V: Various, including Admissions Material, Parents' Weekend, Fundraising, Phonathon, Graphics Department
 
Presentation: Wright, Dr. NathanMC2011/73 

Dr. Nathan Wright, African-American leader, educator, and activist presents, "What Black Educators Are Saying."

 
President's Box: #2MU2016/20b 

Major Report for "Focus on the 70's" Campaign. Materials related to the Church of the Brethren Education Query 1987-1989 with the intent of strengthening the relationship between church and education. Brethren Colleges Abroad Materials 1988 -1992.  Church of the Brethren Committee on Higher Education materials for the years 1985 -1992.


 
President's Box: #3MU2016/20c 

Materials belonging to President Helman, President Robinson, and Vice President Fahs.

National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education materials (NCATE) for reaccreditation: 1970 - 1982, 1972 - 1973, 1982 - 1983, 1972 - 1973 through 1976.

Council on Social Work Education: 1973 - 1979, 1979 - 1984, 1986 - 1987 through 1992. Evaluation of Social Work program for reaccreditation through site visit reports.

Facilities planning studies and preparations for specifications of Science Center and building updates. Building and programmatic needs by department.

Discussion related to historic preservation of fountain and buildings on College Avenue.

Residence Hall Planning Committee  surveying improvement options, circa 1990 - 1993.

Space Inventory 1972 as part of Indiana Higher Education Facilities Study.

Proposed Campus Plan with guidelines for long range physical development.

1991 Student Housing Evaluation.

1990 Physical Plant Study.

Structural and regulative report of major Campus buildings.

1958 Plan of Campus Development.

 
President's Files: Primarily RobinsonMU2020/36 Files primarily belonging to President Robinson (some Helman): Treasurer and Business Manager, Director of Personnel, Print Shop, TIAA Cref and Investments, Summer Camps and Conferences, Director of College Union, Student Development, Campus Pastor, Residence Hall Planning, Vision '91, Admissions, Finanacial Aid, Vice President, Eldon Fahs. 
President's NewslettersMU2013/120 

President's Newsletters from 1991 - 1999.

"Brethren Life and Thought," Volume III, Autumn 1958, Number 4 - with articles from Church of the Brethren presidents and faculties.

 
President's OfficeMU2013/103a,b,c Collection from the Office of Jo Young Switzer, President of Manchester University [CONFIDENTIAL]. 
President's Office - FilesMU2020/8 Files belonging to Butterbaugh, Robinson, Marden, and Helman: Presidential Search Survey, Departments and Divisions, Academic Affairs, Ad Hoc Committees, Committees, Community Council (including history), AAFRO Constitution and Minutes, Mooney materials, Staff Association files (constitution, history and minutes). 
President's Office: Materials AssortmentMU2014/117 "M" branded materials from Advancement and Admissions (2006), 2005-2006 President's Report and Honor Roll, 2010 Baccalaureate and Commencement program, advertisement for President's position, notable couples celebrating the tradition of leadership at Manchester College 1989-2004. 
President: Inauguration MaterialsMC2006/24 A. Blair Helman, Robinson, Marden and Switzer: Inauguration materials. 
Presidential Search 1985: Helman, A. Blair PapersMC2004/311 

Some of these materials may be confidential.  Inquire with Archivist.  Presidential search 1985

  • A. Blair Helman, Manchester College President Emeritus, served as president from 1956-1986.
  • William Robinson served as president from 1986-1994.
  • Documents include:  "Progress Report on Planning for an Orderly and Responsible Transition of Leadership," letter of resignation, and position announcement.
 
Presidents of Manchester College and University: Group photographMU2017/88 Group photograph of current and past presidents of Manchester College circa 2004: Helman, Young Switzer, Marden, Butterbaugh, Robinson. 
Presidents' Appointment Books: Manchester CollegeMC2005/16 

Manchester College Presidents' appointment calendars, 1956-2005.

 
Presidents' Files: Relationship with the Church of the BrethrenMU2020/30 

Primarily Helman but some Robinson material. Topics include: Brethren Colleges Abroad, Church of the Brethren Committee on Higher Education, Church of the Brethren Church Leaders Conference, Church of the Brethren Review and Evaluation Committee, Greenville Brethren's Home: financial concerns and reorganization.

 
Presidents, Faculty, Trustees, Etc.: Photographs MC2007/228 

Photographs of Presidents, Faculty, Trustees, etc. from College Advancement, PR files.

 
Presidents, Faculty, Trustees, Staff: Public Relations PhotographsMC2007/228 

Photographs of presidents, faculty, trustees, etc. from their College Advancement, PR files.

 
Presidents: PhotographsMC2008/65 

Photographs of Manchester College presidents (incomplete collection).

 
Previously Accessioned and Unaccessioned Posters and Articles From Manchester College MC2009/71 Entire Collection 

A large collection of materials ranging from MC2009/7-A  -  MC2009/71-V,j1a,b consisting of  printed and hand-made posters and other memorabilia that accumulated throughout the years in the Manchester College Archives. 

 
Public Relations: Development, Gifts, Church RelationsMU2020/11 Helman and Robinson files on Public Relations, Development, Planned Giving, Major Gifts, Church Relations, and other topics. Public Relations Annual Reports, and materials on topics including but not limited to: Mindpower, faculty news, donations, Alumni Association news, church relations, Harshbarger's Business Advisory Group, and wills.  
Public Relations: MU in the News 2015MU2016/3 

Articles related to Manchester University(2015) include but are not limited to:

Abigail Fuller (minimum wage), Phil Wright (emergency doctor back on the front line), Gerad Good (men's basketball head coach), Benson Onyeji (Iran agreement), Tiana Maclin and Aja Michael (millennials honored), Heather Schilling (call on teachers), Leonard Williams, Thelma Rohrer and Tim Ogden (new deans), social work program earns perfect reaccreditation score, volunteers clean Eel River,college sexual-assault rules, Adam Hohman (online education), MU exemplifies career pathway programs, Nicole Sauder (Teacher of the Week), Lisa Updike Starks (Young Alumni Outstanding Achievement Award), Chris Garber (illness and obituary),  President Dave McFadden (seek out and learn from those who are different, Wanda Will Button), Pharmacogenomics Master's Degree, MU one of "Best in Midwest,'" Brad Pyrah (married same-sex couples and tax season), student newspaper wins statewide awards, students selected (Inaugural Fellows for a new Greater Fort Wayne Inc.), Holly Beer ("Vote 'yes' for Fremont Community Schools"), MU degree first of kind (genetic-based drugs wave of future), antidiscrimination policy at MU(sexual orientation and gender identity), Dwight Farringer (interest in science shouldn't be discouraged), Ahmed Abdelmageed (adding pharmacists to health care team), Tim McElwee - Melanie Harmon (VP for Academic Resources, Names Advancement Leader), Mark Huntington (Associate Dean for Natural and Health Sciences), Jack Gochenaur (Nonprofit CFO of the Year), death of Rowan Daggett, Emma Nellans (working with an autistic child), death of Bill Scott, Maggie Wimberly (Wabash Habitat for Humanity), MU honors Bob Keller and Dee Keller, Athletic Hall of Fame inductees [(Donna (Shively )Moudy, Heather (Harshman) Turk, Todd Saylor, Todd Saunders, Joe Phillips, Andy McClain] ,Holiday Community Events, Robert Pettit (Disneyland), Tiana Maclin (recognized for community involvement), Whitney Caudill (member of  Embassy Theatre board and board member of YMCA Northeast Indiana.), pharmacy students (link between DNA and medical results), K-3 students experience MU during "Walk Into My Future" event, 2015, "Manchester U. Launches First-of-Its-Kind Degree," Brian Henriksen poison ivy), colleges and universities collaborate to align with business work-force needs," campus lockdown following threats, Graduation 2015 Set for May 17,"MU Men's Tennis .500 for Weekend," "MU Baseball Team Geared up for Conference Tourney," Neil Wollman (Democrats need to unite to defeat Pence), MU's program expands academic offerings, "Small schools sidestep Sweet Briar's struggles," Debra Futa (director of the St. Joseph County Public Library), Deanna Beckner (Faith in Action Award from  Office of Religious Life), honoring Rachel Polando (in photo with student, Emma Scheumann), Jim Brumbaugh-Smith, and Katharine Ings, promotions of Tim McElwee, Melanie Harmon and Raylene Respond, Christer Watson (GOP quashes climate change research), Judd Case (Chess Camp), String Camp (Robert Lynn,  Elizabeth Smith, Scott Humphries), Robotics (Robin Mitchell).

 
Public Relations: Photographs, Negatives and Visual MediaMU2012/118 Photographs, negatives and other forms of visual media from Public Relations that came from the Administration Building during the office moves of 2012.   
Public Relations: Photographs, Negatives and Visual MediaMU2012/120 Photographs, negatives and other forms of visual media from Public Relations. Most pictures are from 1994 and include students,professors, and campus events such as Homecoming, May Day Weekend and Graduation. 
Public Relations: Photographs, Negatives and Visual MediaMU2012/122 Visual media from Public Relations that came from the Administration Building during the office moves of 2012. Reunion pictures of alumni from Class years of 1928 through the early 1990's.  Negatives from reunions circa 2000.  Photographs from reunions taking place in 2004.   
Public Relations: Photographs, Negatives and Visual Media, MU2012/124 

Visual media from Public Relations that came from the Administration Building during the office moves of 2012. Many pictures of students, events, and faculty/staff circa the mid to late 1990's.  Pictures from other years offer campus scenes, Fall 2003 Service Day at North Mandchester Historical Society, Fun Fest and more.

 
Public Relations: PostersMC2009/71: Entire Collection 

This is a large collection of printed and hand-made posters along with other memorabilia that had accumulated thorugh the years in the Manchester College Archives. 

 
Recitals, Faculty and Student: Posters MC2009/71-MU: Music Department  

These materials are part of the larger collection, MC2009/71.  See MC2009/71 for a complete listing of the entire collection. 

File Folder MC2009/71-MU: Music Department

  • MC2004/711 - This object was given an accession number in 2004 by a previous Archivist but no paperwork had been created. An accession page is being created by Archivist, Jeanine Wine, and this object is now located in file folder MC2009/71-MU.
  • MC2009/71-MU,a - 1979, December, "Manchester College Music Department Presents a Faculty Exchange Recital with Findlay College, Music For Romantics."
  • MC2009/71-MU,b - 1981, February, "Manchester College Music Department Presents a Faculty Exchange Recital with olivet Nazarene College."
  • MC2009/71-MU,c - 1981, April, "Manchester College Music Department Honors Recital," with Barry Coe, Tenor, Pamela Duffy, Soprano, Julie Hunn, Piano, Karen McKimmy, Soprano, Susan Penner, Organ, Lisa Savage, Piano, Mary Tilsy, Soprano, Robin Zeider, Saxophone.
  • MC2009/71-MU,d - 1980, April, "Manchester College Music Department Honors Recital," with Mary Patterson, Bassoon, Susan Penner, Organ, Nina Hill, Piano, Julie Hunn, Piano, Lisa Savage, Piano, Diana Gunnerson, Soprano, Cathy Mishler, Soprano, layra Swantner, Soprano.
  • MC2009/71-MU,e - 1982, April, "Manchester College Music Department Honors Recital," with Diana Coe, Pam Duffey, Patty Jones, Janie McCauley, Lisa McMillan, Christine Oetama, Ingrid Rupel, Loa Traxler.
  • NC2004/708 - This object was given an accession number in 2004 by a previous Archivist  but no paperwork had been created.  An accession page is being created by Archivist, Jeanine Wine, and this object is now located in file folder MC2009/71-MU.
 
Residence Life: PhotographsMC2004/131 

A group of photographs representing Parents' Weekend, Hog Roast Weekend 1993 , the All-American Women's Baseball League 1993,  the Ikenberry Serenade 1991, Student Visitation Day, as well as other events.  Many students and individuals in the pictures are identified.

 
Robinson, WilliamMU2015/139 wave sound Manchester College President, William Robinson, is interviewed on "Wabash Talks," WAYT AM, Wabash, Indiana in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Manchester College. 
Robinson, WilliamMU2015/144 wave sound President Helman introduces President Bill Robinson as Robinson makes his first address to Manchester College faculty.   
Robinson, William: Farewell Roast for Bill and Bonnie MC2008/202 Farewell Roast for Bill (William) and Bonnie Robinson. 
Robinson, William: Inaugural Worship ServiceMU2015/148 wave sound The inaugural worship service of President Bill Robinson, 8 November 1986. 
Robinson, William: Inauguration as PresidentMC2002/310 Programs and materials from the inauguration of William Robinson as Manchester's President in 1986.  
Robinson, William: Inauguration, Worship Service BulletinMC2010/187 1986 Inaugural Celebration of William Robinson at Manchester College:  Worship Service Bulletin 
Robinson, William: PresidentSmall Box 25: Robinson 

Taken from a fact sheet entitled, Manchester College New Faculty 1986: William Robinson, President, comes from the National College of Education where he was Senior Vice-President for Institutional Advancement.  He holds degrees from the University of Northern Iowa, Wheaton College, and the University of Pittsburgh.  He  has taught courses in his field of organizational communication and research and has held several administrative positions.   

Small Box 25 contains materials relating to President WIlliam Robinson.

 
Robinson, William: PresidentMedia Cabinet: Robinson Tribute William Robinson Tribute, VHS tape copied to DVD-R in 2010.  
Robinson, William: President's PhotographsMC2008/71 Photographs of William Robinson, President of Manchester College 1986 - 1993. 
Robinson, William: President, Convocation 1992MC2003/258 President William Robinson: Text of convocation, dated February 1992. 
Robinson: President's CorrespondenceMU2020/16 President Robinson's correspondence: HO - St. 
Robinson: President's CorrespondenceMU2020/18 

The correspondence of President Robinson, July 1986 through February 1993 (A - Hn).

 
Robinson: President's CorrespondenceMU2020/19 President Robinson's correspondence, July 1986 through February 1993: Sti - Z. 
Rupel, Esther and Annabel: CollectionMU2019/60 MU and WWII related materials from the personal collections of Esther and Annabel Rupel, including but definitely not limited to: 1987 AIDS Convocation program in memory of Amelia Sloan, MC Reconciliation Service,1991 Student Development Seminary Series schedule, Manchester College's Volunteer Corps, 1992-1993 list of new faculty at MC, 1977 Jo Young Switzer letters to Accounting Majors, Business Majors, and Finance Majors ,Fall 1997 First year Colloquium Classes, program for the unveiling of the Dan West Heifer International Permanent Exhibit, article on Dr. WIlliam Link and the plasma scalpel 
Rupel, Esther: Manchester College and Church of the Brethren CollectionMU2017/31 Esther Rupel's collection of photographs, publications, books, newspaper articles, personal notes, and one CD, pertaining to Manchester College and the Church of the Brethren. One notebook belonging to Annabel Rupel (MC 1941). 
Scholarships: Names and LocationMU2012/117 File Folders #11, #12, #13, #14, #15 Information about scholarships awarded by Manchester College, memorial scholarships, and scholarships awarded by other organizations. 
Schutz, J. RaymondMC2011/227, Folders 17 - 22  

A large collection designated as MC2011/227 and divided into 5 folder groupings; [1-16], [17-22], [23-44], [45-83]. Schutz was a professor at Manchester College, as well as a farmer, public speaker, pastor, candidate for Congress (Indiana,1932) and a contendor in the 1936 Governor's race. He was a Kiwanis Club official and Chairman of the Standard Life Insurance Company of Indiana. The collection describes Indiana before and during WWII.  Schutz corresponds with soldiers and provides names of North Manchester men killed in combat. Topics of import include; prohibition, economic recovery from the Great Depression, and Hitler's impact on Europe. Schutz was a contemporary of Andrew Cordier who participated in some of Schutz's political involvements.

 
Schwalm, Vernon: Correspondence Folders 105 - 143MC2006/13: Schwalm's Confidential Files - Folders 105 - 143 

A great deal of material including but not limited to: Correspondence surrounding Schwalm's trip to Nigeria, including letters to and from missionaries and interaction with the Foreign Mission Commission of the Church of the Brethren General Brotherhood Board. Issues regarding the Mexico Indiana Old Folks Home and Schwalm's leadership in the creation of Timbercrest.

Many drafts of presentations as well as completed speeches, articles, and sermons by Vernon Schwalm, including an address given in the fall of 1923 at Manchester College, the year the Academy was eliminated. Schwalm gives a brief history of the institution.

Addresses presented by outside speakers on the Manchester College campus.

 
Schwalm, Vernon: Correspondence Folders 21-44MC2006/13: Schwalm's Confidential Files - Folders 21- 44 The materials in these folders were identified, probably by Schwalm, as "confidential files." They contain personal, College, and Church of the Brethren related correspondence.  
Science Center: Displays Planning Collection, 2004 - 2005MC2012/88 New Science Center displays: September 2004 - September 2005.  Planning meetings notes and correspondence between Robin Gratz (Displays Coordinator) and Department Chairs, Designer, and Gene and Phyllis Likens. 
Slides, An AssortmentMC2010/77 

This is a true assortment of slides including but absolutely not limited to:

Campus and building shots, recruitment and publicity photos, construction, students and January term trips 1996, theater, radio station, Homecoming 1994, High School Band Day, children's gymnastics, Planned Giving presentation, fountain, Mexico Indiana Old Folks Home, Historic black and white shots including football, track, fountain, student with globe.

 
Speakers and Performers at Mancheser College: Newspaper ClippingsMU2017/74 Newspaper clippings related to speakers and performers sponsored by Manchester College: Carl Holl brings General Electric Company's "House of Magic" (undated), African American baritone, William Warfield (1963), the Four Freshman  (1963), Andrew Cordier (1963), Elizabeth Eiselen  (1963), Stanton Evans (1963), Mulford Sibley (1963), Dennis Baley (1963),  Albert Ravenholt, Joe Nixon, Clay Syler (1963), Harry Zeller (1963), Ernest Simmons (1963), Bruce Ergood (1963), Rev. John Sadiq (1963), Hollis Summers (1963) Willard Hanna (1963), Rabbii Maurice Davis (1963), Henry Steele Commager (1963), George Norris (1963),  Albert Ravenholt (1963), Ralph Shively (1963), Roger Fredrikson(1963), Theodore Hesburgh (1967), "Sons of Thunder" (1973), Robert Guralnick (1975?), Floyd Fithian, Senator Gene Snowden(1981),  Alice Friman (1985), Dr. John Robinson, Kathy Kelly, Dr. Eugene Roop, Dr. Thad Godish (1991), "Sounds of Hope" European concert tour group (1992), "Redcliff" (1992), Robert Channing  (1992), Steve Geyer (1992), Roger Fredrikson(1963), Eli Chacour "Blood Brothers" (1993), The Modernaires (1993), Greg Smith Singers (1993),  Bill Pelke (1993), Governor Robert Orr, Carlos Barbera and Giandomenico Picco  (1995), Heather Forest (1995), Chuck Collins (1996), Dr. Derek Penslar (1996), Dr. William Thomas (1996), "Prayer for World Peace" presented by Tibetan Buddhist (2003), Holocaust survivors share accounts (2003), Ferenc Miczlivetz (2003),Clyde Prestowitz (2004), Scott Rutter (2004).Zia Mian (undated). Nels Ferre, (undated). 
Special Events Photograph CollectionMC2004/133 

Special Events Photograph Collection.

 
Special Events Photograph Collection, circa 1992 - 1993MC2004/133 

Special Events Photograph Collection, circa 1992 - 1993.

 
Special Events: PhotographsMC2004/133  A collection of photographs from the early 1990's including alumni pictures.  Many of them are identified.

 

 
Special Events: PhotographsMC2004/133 

All photos are black and white. Many are identified and most are from the 1990's.

 
Special Events: Photographs, 1992-1993MC2004/133 

Special Events Photograph Collection, circa 1992 - 1993, including Ingrid Rogers playing guitar for the German Club.

 

 
Sports: Photograph AssortmentMC2004/134  

A definite assortment of pictures: Photographs of Steve Alford as well as members of the Alumni Baseball team and Alumni Volleyball team at Homecoming.  Photographs of football team and coaches, various professors and female basketball players.  Baseball team photographs and soccer, track and field.

 
Stafford, William: PhotographMC2012/93 November 1970 portrait by Dr. Lloyd M. Hoff of Dr. William Stafford in Stafford's "Poet's Room" at the Library of Congress.   
Students: Dorm Life and Campus Scenes, 1933-1949MU2013/150 Photographs showing student life and campus scenes at Manchester College, 1933-1949.  
Values, Ideas, and Arts: Sloane, Dr. William CoffinMC2009/195 

Convocation photographs from Rev. Dr. William Sloan Coffin's visit to Manchester College, March 1989.

 

 
Vice President: Box 4Vice President's Box: #4 Materials from the Office of the Vice President of Manchester College. 
Vice President: Box 6Vice President's Box: #6 

Materials from the Office of the Vice President of Manchester College.

 
Young, John: Biographical MaterialMU2012/32 Biographical material related to Dr. John F. Young, alumnus, Naval Aviator, Associate Superintendent of the Fort Wayne Community Schools, and Chair of the Board of Trustees. 

These items in the Church of the Brethren collection may also be helpful:
Click on the record's record number to see the full record information.
TopicRecord #Description Summary
Ladoga, or Ladoga Area Church of the Brethren: Membership Letters and RecordsBC2015/2 Early letters of members in good standing who are presumably transferring in and out of Ladoga area congregations during the 1800’s.  They contain names of members as well as names of ministers, elders,  deacons, or clerks from the recommending German Baptist Brethren and Church of the Brethren (after the divide) group.   
Winger, Otho: Zigler, M. R.BC2011/22 

Correspondence between M. R. Zigler and Otho Winger primarily related to the mission work of the Church of the Brethren.  Many names are referred to in these letters.  Not all letters are between Winger and Zigler.  There is mention of Winger's illness and operation on his head. The letterheads on these letters change:

  • General Ministerial Board of the Church of the Brethren.
  • General Mission Board of the Church of the Brethren, 1929.
  • Home Missions and Ministry, Church of the Brethren.
 
 


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