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Southwest Texas State University

 Organization

Dates

  • Usage: 1969 - 2003

Biography

Texas State University was established by the 26th Legislature in 1899 as the Southwest Texas State Normal School; 313 pupils were enrolled in 1903-04, the first year classes were held. The school name changed to Southwest Texas State Normal College in 1918, to Southwest Texas State Teachers College in 1925, to Southwest Texas State College in 1959, to Southwest Texas State University in 1969, to Texas State University-San Marcos in 2003, and to Texas State University in 2013.

Found in 34 Collections and/or Records:

Southwest Texas State University News Service radio scripts

 Collection
Identifier: 2020-003
Abstract

University News Service radio show scripts for programs broadcasted on San Marcos, Texas local station KCNY AM 1470. The scripts describe campus and University-related events as well as local news, traffic, and weather. Topics covered include: university sports, beauty pageants and contests, fraternity and sorority activities, guest speakers and lecturers, and updates concerning campus operations.

Dates: 1968-1972

Student beauty pageant collection

 File
Identifier: 2016-004
Abstract

Materials compiled largely by the University News Service on the various beauty pageants that were held from the 1950s to the mid-1970s at Texas State University. Pageants often were held in conjunction with campus events such as homecoming. Included are photographs of contestants, a calendar, event programs, press releases, news clippings, and administrative records.

Dates: 1950-1975

Texas State University--San Marcos, University Council Records

 Collection
Identifier: 31.200.UC
Abstract

The University Council served as an advisory board to the University President and the President’s Cabinet from 1992 through 2014. The records within this collection document the meetings and membership of the Council as well as their recommendations to University administration.

Dates: 1991-2012, undated

Texas Sesquicentennial oral history project records

 Collection
Identifier: 70.100-Texas150
Abstract

Oral history project conducted as part of local Texas sesquicentennial celebrations by history students at Southwest Texas State University (now Texas State University). The interviewees shared their memories about the university and life in Central Texas.

Dates: 1985-1986

University Affirmative Action Plans

 Collection
Identifier: AS36.T4 A14
Abstract

List of Affirmative Action Plans held by the University Archives, Texas State University.

Dates: 1978-1995, 2020

University Archives artifact collection

 Collection
Identifier: 70.5000
Abstract

Inventory of artifacts in the University Archives, Texas State University.

Dates: 1908-2015, undated

University Centennial collection

 Collection
Identifier: 11.100-Centennial
Abstract

Southwest Texas State University (now Texas State University) celebrated its Centennial during the 1998-1999 academic year. This collection documents the Centennial Committee efforts to plan, execute and advertise events as well as the Centennial Campaign fundraising efforts.

Dates: 1993-2000

University Employee and Staff Handbooks

 Collection
Identifier: AS36.T4 S64
Scope and Contents

Published every other year, the employee and staff handbooks are designed to acquaint employees with a general overview of the policies, procedures, and benefits of Texas State University. Some issues include addenda. Items are arranged chronologically.

Dates: 1972-1999

University Faculty Bulletins

 Collection
Identifier: AS36.T4 F14
Scope and Contents The collection contains materials that were published weekly and then bimonthly by the Office of the President dated 1951-1981. The faculty bulletin provided faculty with official notices from the President, administrative offices, and department heads. Topics include: faculty meetings; faculty and department highlights; programs sponsored by the college or various departments; scholarship and grant opportunities; and athletic events. Materials are arranged roughly chronologically, as...
Dates: 1951 - 1981

University Faculty Handbooks

 Collection
Identifier: AS36.T4 F2
Scope and Contents Published periodically by the Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the faculty handbook assists faculty in navigating the policies of the university. Early editions of the handbook focused on policies and welcoming new faculty to campus. Later editions attempt to provide a wide range of up-to-date information on significant university policies, procedures, and activities. The most current edition is also available online through the Office of the Provost and the...
Dates: 1964 - 2006

University Faculty Newsletters

 Collection
Identifier: AS36.T4 F37
Scope and Contents The faculty newsletter "Featuring Faculty" was a published by Southwest Texas State University faculty and edited and produced by the Faculty Advancement Center. It provided important information about faculty advancement. Topics included introductions of new faculty, publications and presentations by faculty, accolades, and information about grants and fellowships. Materials date from 1982 through 1991 and are arranged chronologically. It ceased publication in paper format in fall 1991,...
Dates: 1982 - 1991

University Legislative Appropriations Requests

 Collection
Identifier: AS36.T4 R62
Abstract

The legislative appropriations request from Texas State University that is prepared for the purpose of requesting legislative funds for the next biennium. Budget requests are broken down by institutional objectives and include several years of expenses along with projected budgets.

Dates: 1980-2020

University News Service news clipping books

 Collection
Identifier: 80.100-NewsClippings
Abstract

Books of clippings and articles compiled by the University News Service at Texas State University related to the University.

Dates: 1975-2006

Vernon McDonald memorabilia and manuscript collection

 Collection
Identifier: 90.200-Faculty-2010-McDonald
Abstract

Collection of materials relating to Vernon McDonald's time and tenure at Southwest Texas University (now Texas State University). An alumni, McDonald returned to work as a coach and became the head basketball coach from 1961-1977.

Dates: 1949-1980