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University Archives Collections

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With an estimated 19,000 cubic feet of records and papers in all formats, the University Archives is the largest and most comprehensive source of information on the history and culture of Indiana University. Represented here are high-level groupings of some of our processed collections. Additional collection descriptions can be accessed at Archives Online; for further information about undescribed materials, please contact archives@indiana.edu.

Indiana University Archives Collections

 Herman B Wells with Globe and ringing a bell in his office on September 6, 1961.

Indiana University Presidents' Records

The Indiana University Presidents' Records document the administrative history of Indiana University during the tenure of each university president. 

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Professor Camilla Williams teaching a class in October 1985.

Faculty papers

The Faculty papers range from a variety of faculty in the arts and sciences at Indiana University and document their scholarly research and creative activity.

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Two students standing under an umbrella in front of Franklin Hall on June 10, 1959.

Student Life Collections

The Indiana University Archives holds many collections from alumni, student groups, and cultural centers that document student life at IU from the 19th century to present day. 

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