Guide to the Sister Margaret Sorensen papers, 1968-1971
Salve Regina University Archives
McKillop Library
100 Ochre Point Ave.
Newport, RI 02891
Tel: 401-341-2276
Fax: 401-341-2951
email: archives@salve.edu
Published in 2019
Collection Overview
| Title: | Papers of the Academic Dean, Sister Margaret Sorensen |
| Date range: | 1968-1971 |
| Creator: | Sorensen, Margaret, Sister |
| Extent: | .1 Linear Feet 10 folders |
| Abstract: | The records of Associate Academic Dean, Sister Margaret Sorensen consist of correspondence and memorandum related to the professional work, activities, and academic affairs conducted at Salve Regina University. |
| Language of materials: | English |
| Repository: | Salve Regina University Archives |
| Collection number: | RG6.1.6 |
Scope & content
The records of Associate Academic Dean, Sister Margaret Sorensen document the academic affairs and activities conducted during the period 1970-1971 at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI. Sister Sorensen assisted with matters concerning the academic curriculum, faculty affairs, and student needs within the academic community. Formats of the records include correspondence and memos.Access Points
Subject Topics Document Types Subject TopicsArrangement
Records are arranged alphabetically; and in some instances, refined to reflect alphabetical order.
Biographical / Historical
Sister Margaret Sorensen served as Associate Academic Dean during the period 1970-1971 at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI. While in this position, Sister Sorenson assisted with matters concerning the academic curriculum, faculty affairs, and student needs within the academic community.Access & Use
| Access to the collection: | The records are mostly open to the public with the exception of restricted materials, which will remain restricted 75 years from the date of creation. |
| Use of the materials: | Various copying restrictions apply, according to the Archives' use policy. Salve Regina University owns the copyright to material produced by employees and trustees of the University and work for hire. Requests for permission to publish material from the University Archives should be directed to the Archivist. See also the Archives' copyright and publication statement. |
| Preferred citation: | [Identification of Item], in RG6.1.6: Sister Margaret Sorensen papers, [Box 1, Folder #], Salve Regina University Archives, McKillop Library, Salve Regina University, Newport, RI |
| Contact information: | Salve Regina University Archives McKillop Library 100 Ochre Point Ave. Newport, RI 02891 Tel: 401-341-2276 Fax: 401-341-2951 email: archives@salve.edu |
Administrative Information
| ABOUT THE COLLECTION | |
| Acquisition: | Records were transferred to the Archives sometime prior to 2014. |
| Processing information: | Processed by Michaela Sheerar, Volunteer. Arrangement of file folders was refined on the basis of alphabetical order. |
| ABOUT THE FINDING AID | |
| Author: | Michaela Sheerar, Volunteer |
| Encoding: | This finding aid was produced using ArchivesSpace and encoded by Michaela Sheerar, Volunteer, on 2019 August 28. |
| Descriptive rules: | Describing Archives: A Content Standard |
Additional Information
Inventory
| Box 1, Folder 1 | Correspondence: Carr, Lester, Dr. Contents Note: File consists of correspondence pertaining to faculty contracts, schedules, assignments for teaching extension courses, and miscellaenous. |
1970-1971 |
| Box 1, Folder 2 | Correspondence: General Contents Note: File consists of general correspondence related to academic affairs, campus issues, and faculty teaching outside of the college. |
1970 |
| Box 1, Folder 3 | Correspondence: O’Rourke, Mary Christopher, Sister, RSM Contents Note: File consists of correspondence between Sister Margaret Sorensen and Sister Mary Christopher O’Rourke concerning academic affairs. |
1968-1971 |
| Box 1, Folder 4 | Correspondence: Religious Sisters Contents Note: File consists of miscellaneous correspondence regarding various religious sisters at Salve Regina University. |
1969-1971 |
| Box 1, Folder 5 | Correspondence: Science Courses/High School Students Contents Note: File consists of correspondence pertaining to an initiative concerning high school students’ participation in college level coursework. |
1970-1971 |
| Box 1, Folder 6 | Freshmen Concerns Contents Note: File consists of student feedback and concerns pertaining to student life and academic affairs on campus. |
1970 |
| Box 1, Folder 7 | Memorandum Contents Note: File consists of miscellaneous memorandum pertaining to policies regarding academic rank tenure, grading and honors as well as notifications on meetings and events. Also included is information on the development of an educational policies and curriculum committee. |
1970-1971 |
| Box 1, Folder 8 | Research Article Contents Note: File consists of a research article published by Theodore T. Herskovits along with Sister Margaret Sorensen. |
1968 |
| Box 1, Folder 9 | Restricted Correspondence: Sisters Contents Note: File consists of correspondence between Sister Sorensen and Sister Helen. Restricted materials will remain restricted 75 years from the date of creation. |
1970 |
| Box 1, Folder 10 | Restricted Correspondence: Students Contents Note: File consists of correspondence regarding individual students and academic affairs. Restricted materials will remain restricted 75 years from the date of creation. |
1970-1974 |