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George I. McKelvey Papers

 Collection
Identifier: H-Mss-0520

  • Staff Only

Scope and Contents of the Collection

The collection predominantly contains materials produced during McKelvey’s administrative tenure in Development at Harvey Mudd. Materials include news releases, speeches, and photographs.

Dates

  • Creation: 1950-1988

Creator

Language of Materials

Languages represented in the collection: English.

Access

Collection open for research.

Publication Rights

All requests for permission to reproduce or to publish must be submitted in writing to Special Collections.

Biography / Administrative History

George I. McKelvey (1925-1998) was the Harvey Mudd College Director of Development from 1957 to 1968, Vice President for Development from 1968 to 1988, and the Vice President of the College from 1988 to 1990.

Extent

2.8 Linear Feet (1 records box, 1 flat box, 1 flat folder)

Abstract

The collection contains news releases, conference notes, photographs, and layouts relating to Harvey Mudd College. The collection materials cover proposals, admissions, and goals for the college from the 1950s to 1980s.

Organization and Arrangement

Materials are in their original folders and retain their original folder titles and organization.

Physical Location

Please consult repository.

Accruals

No additions to the collection are anticipated.

Processing Information

This collection was minimally processed to facilitate access. Front matter written by Felicity Walston, Pomona College. Collection processed by Special Collections staff.

Title
George I. McKelvey Papers
Status
In Progress
Author
Front matter written by Felicity Walston, Pomona College, June 2020. Collection processed by Special Collections staff.
Date
2020 June
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the 01 - Special Collections & Archives, The Claremont Colleges Library Repository

Contact:
800 North Dartmouth Ave
Claremont CA 91711 United States