Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections
Spartan Round Table Records
UA.12.5
Table of Contents
Summary Information
- Repository
- Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections
- Title
- Spartan Round Table records
- ID
- UA.12.5
- Date
- 1949, 1951-1969
- Extent
- 0.1 Cubic feet , 3 folders
- Language
- English
Preferred Citation
Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: "Item title, Collection title, Collection Identifier, Michigan State University Archives & Historical Collections, East Lansing, Michigan."
Historical Note
The Spartan Round Table, formed in the late 1940s, was an informal meeting between Michigan State University (then Michigan State College) President John A. Hannah and student representatives from numerous campus groups. The round table served as a means of communication between students and the administration. The president discussed administrative and financial problems as well as policies. Students raised concerns about policy implications and campus dissatisfactions.
Scope and Contents note
This collection contains invitations from the Office of the President to Spartan Round Table meetings. There is a document explaining the genesis of the Spartan Round Table. Also included are minutes from the meetings. Topics covered include academics, athletics, finance, residence halls, and student affairs.
Administrative Information
Publication Information
Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections February 2008
Conrad Hall888 Wilson Road, Room 101
East Lansing , MI, 48824
517-355-2330
archives@msu.edu
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research.
Legal Status note
Copyright: Michigan State University. Property Rights: Michigan State University.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission to publish material from this collection must be obtained from University Archives & Historical Collections, Michigan State University.
Controlled Access Headings
Corporate Name(s)
- Michigan State University. Students.
Genre(s)
- Invitations
- Minutes (Records)
Personal Name(s)
- Hannah, John A., 1902-1991
- Smith, Bernice Tucker
Subject(s)
- College presidents -- Michigan -- East Lansing
- College students -- Michigan -- East Lansing
Collection Inventory
Minutes |
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Drawer | Folder | |||
1949, 1958-January 1963 |
F.D. | 1 | ||
March 1963- February 1969 |
F.D. | 2 | ||
Drawer | Folder | |||
Invitations April 1951 - May 1967 |
F.D. | 3 | ||