Department of Philosophy Records
Includes the files relating to the history and development of the Washington University Philosophy Department, in the College of Arts and Science. Files are arranged alphabetically.
Dates
- Creation: 1916-1997
Creator
Conditions Governing Access
Open
Conditions Governing Use
Users of the collection must read and agree to abide by the rules and procedures set forth in the Materials Use Policies.
Providing access to materials does not constitute permission to publish or otherwise authorize use. All publication not covered by fair use or other exceptions is restricted to those who have permission of the copyright holder, which may or may not be Washington University.
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Extent
0.50 linear feet
1 boxes
Historical Information
A department of philosophy was formally established at Washington University in 1901. In 1960 the department awarded its first Ph.D., and in 1963 further changes were made to enhance the graduate program.
Method of Acquisition
Files were transferred to University Archives by the department at various times.
Accruals and Additions
Accruals are interfiled within the collection.
Processing Information
Originally processed in March 2005. Updated by Leela Pandey in October 2006.
Creator
- Title
- Department of Philosophy Records
- Description rules
- dacs
- Language of description
- eng
Revision Statements
- 2021 February 15: Resource record updated in ArchiveSpace by Sarah Schnuriger.
Collecting Area Details
Part of the University Archives Collecting Area
Sonya Rooney
Olin Library, 1 Brookings Drive
MSC 1061-141-B
St. Louis MO 63130 US
(314) 935-5495
spec@wumail.wustl.edu