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Beckwith (David) papers

Formal title:: David Beckwith papers
Extent:: 30.0 Linear feet
Date range:: 1946-2011 (bulk 1980-1999)
Abstract:: The David Beckwith papers (1946-2011) is a significant collection of organizational records, correspondence, publications, training and funding materials relating to community development and organizing on both the local and national levels. Most of the material dates from 1980 to 1999 and represents the work of a wide range of community organizations, advocacy-based coalitions, governmental agencies and private organizations devoted to fulfilling social needs such as housing, transportation and education. The Papers also include a small but noteworthy collection of counter-culture newspapers from the mid-1960s and early 1970s.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2010.010

Formal title:: Afro-American Studies / Rites and Reason Records
Extent:: 18.76 Linear feet
Date range:: 1970-2006
Abstract:: The dates for the Afro-American Studies / Rites and Reason Theatre collection ranges from 1970 to 2006. This collection consists of one series which focuses on the growth and development of not only the Department of Africana Studies, but on the growth of the Rites and Reason Theatre.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: OF.1ZAF.1

Formal title:: Coalition of Essential Schools records
Extent:: 50.8 linear feet (17 document boxes, 36 records center boxes, 17 shoeboxes)
Date range:: 1984-2012
Abstract:: The Coalition of Essential Schools (CES) records contains various materials documenting the foundation of CES. The records contain correspondence between CES and partner and funding institutions, as well as extensive documentation of grant funding pursued and distributed by CES. The development of the Essential Schools movement is embodied in the publication of Horace and in the video recordings of Coalition schools.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: UA.2010.12.30

Needmor Fund Records

Formal title:: Needmor Fund Records
Extent:: 24.0 Linear feet
Date range:: 1975-2008 (bulk 1979-2008)
Abstract:: The Needmor Fund is a family foundation established in Toledo, Ohio, in 1956 by Duane and Virginia Stranahan with income from the Champion Spark Plug business. It focuses on funding community organizing efforts to create a more equitable and just society. The records document the activities of the Needmor Fund from the the 1970's to the early 21st century and include correspondence, grant applications and rejections, pamphlets, seminar brochures, notes from site visits, speeches, publications and media presentations.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2007.018

Formal title:: Providence Black Repertory Company records
Extent:: 24 linear feet
Date range:: 1962-2017 (1996-2009)
Abstract:: The records of this organization. Includes correspondence, production files, financial records, posters, photographs, video and audio recordings.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2018.012

Schor (Naomi) papers

Formal title:: Naomi Schor papers
Extent:: 71.5 Linear feet (71 record center boxes, 1 document box)
Date range:: 1950-2002
Abstract:: The Naomi Schor papers span the years from 1950-2002 and consist of personal and professional correspondence, literary manuscripts, research and teaching materials, and materials from her professional activities. The collection documents Schor's career as one of the foremost scholars of French literature and critical theory and a pioneer feminist theorist of her generation.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2006.02

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