A Guide to the American Association of University Professors (AAUP). James Madison University Chapter Records, 1944-1988 UA 0065

A Guide to the American Association of University Professors (AAUP). James Madison University Chapter Records, 1944-1988 UA 0065


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Repository
James Madison University Libraries Special Collections
Identification
UA 0065
Title
American Association of University Professors (AAUP). James Madison University Chapter records 1944-1988
Quantity
3.42 cubic feet, 11 boxes
source
Riley, Philip F., 1941-2022
Creator
American Association of University Professors
Language
English .
Abstract
The collection comprises administrative files and meeting minutes kept by the James Madison University chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP).

Administrative Information

Use Restrictions

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Access Restrictions

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Preferred Citation

[identification of item], [box #, folder #], American Association of University Professors (AAUP). James Madison University Chapter Records, 1944-1988, UA 0065, Special Collections, Carrier Library, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA.

Acquisition Information

Materials were transferred to Special Collections on November 10, 2017 by Philip Riley, former AAUP JMU chapter secretary.

Processing Information

When possible, folder titles supplied by the creating organization were retained.

Appraisal

Excessive quantities of duplicates (brochures, constitutions, blank letterhead, etc.) were discarded.

Administrative History

The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) was established in 1915 with a primary objective of defending academic freedom in higher education. Topics of interest for AAUP include collective bargaining, academic freedom, tenure and promotion, equitable salaries, welfare, and fringe benefits.

The James Madison University chapter of AAUP was established by 1937 (exact date unknown). Past chapter leaders included Ruby Ethel Cundiff, Crystal Theodore, Patricia Bruce, Bill Ingham, Philip Riley, and others.

Scope and Contents

The collection comprises administrative files and meeting minutes kept by the James Madison University chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP). Records primarily document the JMU chapter but the work of the state conference and national association is documented as well. Records consist of meeting minutes, correspondence, newsletters and publications, committee work, constitutions and by-laws, membership materials, reports and resolutions, and other papers related to AAUP.

Arrangement

The collection is arranged in two series:

Administrative files, 1944-1988 Meeting minutes, 1944-1983

Subjects and Indexing Terms

Significant Persons Associated With the Collection

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Container List

Administrative files
1944-1988
Scope and Contents

Series includes the administrative records of the JMU chapter of AAUP. Materials related to the state conference and national association are included. Records include treasurer's reports, constitutions and by-laws, correspondence, newsletters and other printed materials, records related to committee work, and reports. Materials also relate to AAUP topics of interest including equitable faculty salaries, fringe benefits, collective bargaining, academic freedom, and others. Yearly chapter files include records documenting activities for a specific time frame, usually an academic year.

Of interest are files related to the faculty dismissals and subsequent student protests in April 1970.

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Meeting minutes
1944-1983
Scope and Contents

Series includes monthly meeting minutes, attendance sheets, meeting notices, and membership lists of the JMU chapter of AAUP.

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