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Preferred Citation
Preferred citation: [Identification of item], Record Group 47: University Publications, Special Collections and Archives, James G. Leyburn Library, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA
In some cases the citation format may vary. Please contact Special Collections' staff to verify the appropriate format.
Scope and Contents
This record group contains official print publications created by the University at the highest level.
Significant Persons Associated With the Collection
- Bealer, Carter Newman
- Cook, Jay Deardorff, Jr.
- Coulling, Sidney Mathias Baxter, III
- Crenshaw, Ollinger
- Davis, J. Paxton
- Hodges, Louis Wendell
- Johnson, Lewis Kerr
- Kimbrough, Emory, Jr.
- Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870
- Lilley, Robert Doak, 1836 - 1886
- McThenia, Andrew Wolfe, Jr.
- Phillips, Charles Franklin, Jr.
- Pusey, William W., III (William Webb)
- Roberts, Henry Stoutte
Container List
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Washington and Lee University Report1973-1985English.Scope and Contents
The Washington and Lee University Report, which was issued seven times yearly, includes articles and photographs about current campus topics.
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Fact Book1970,1977/1978,1980/1981-2004/2005English.
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Campus Newsletter1970-05-12-1970-05-30English.Scope and Contents
The Campus Newsletter wsa a series of daily news bulletins serving as the on-campus information arm of the War Concern Free University.
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Washington and Lee Notes1956-1960English.
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Columns: news of the 250th anniversary of Washington and LeeVol. 1, no.1 (Win. 1998/99)-v.5 no.1 (Win. 2003)English.
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Summer BulletinWashington and Lee University1904-1923English.Scope and Contents
This serial was published by the university six times per year. New Series, Vol. 6, no. 3, from 1907 is the Lee Centennial Number. The February 15, 1909 issue is titled Cyrus McCormick Centennial Edition.
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The Magazine of Washington and Lee University1968-1970English.
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The University Magazine1962-1966English.
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University Bulletin1926-1961English.
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McCormick Celebration booklet1931-09-1931English.Scope and Contents
Booklet printed for the dedication of the Cyrus Hall McCormick statue.
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A Pictorial Introduction3 Item1933-1937English.Scope and Contents
Published as Vol.31, no.8-Vol.36, no.6 of the University Bulletin
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A National Historic Landmark: Washington and Lee University1 Item1973English.
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The Story of the First School of Journalism in America1 Item1921-11-15English.Scope and Contents
Vol. 20, No. 19 of the Washington and Lee University Bulletin
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A National Historic Landmark Dedication Ceremonies announcment2 Item1973-10-05English.Scope and Contents
This announcement about the dedication ceremonies and related events was published as Vol.5, No.5 of the University's Weekly Calendar.
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Washington and Lee University BrochureUndatedEnglish.
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Washington and Lee University broadside2 ItemUndatedEnglish.
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Washington and Lee University, A Brief Sketch2 Item1970English.Scope and Contents
Published as Vol.69, No.1 of the University Bulletin
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Washington and Lee Employee Recognition Banquet1991-2019English.Scope and Contents
Pamphlet published annually by Washington and Lee University recognizing retiring staff members and commemorating work anniversaries. Includes biographies of retires. This sub-series is updated with a new volume annually.
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Constitution of the Student Body1913-1964English.
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Final report of the Coeducation Review Committee1994English.
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Washington and Lee University Annual Report2004/2005-2007/2008English.
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Faculty Handbook1955, 1978-1979, 1987-1988, 1993, 1998English.
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Administrative Reports1962-1963English.Scope and Contents
Includes reports from the Dean of the College, Dean of School of commerce, Dean of Law, Dean of Students, Director of Admissions, Director of Financial Aid, the Librarian, University Physician, Director of Athletics, the Treasurer, Chaplain and Associate Dean of Students, the Registrar, and Faculty Scholarly Reports
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Register of students, faculty, and staff1841/1842, 1846-1847, 1909/10-1911/12,1913/14-1914/15,1922/23,1924/25,1928/29-1933/34,1935/36-2008/09, 1/13/2010, 2013, 4/10 & 10/31 2016, 2018English.General Note
The volumes for 1909/10-1914/15 include a register of cadets of the Virginia Military Institute; the 2002/03 volume includes a student organization directory; the volumes for 1841-1842 and 1846-1847 include a list of trustees and information about the courses of study offered.
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Faculty Rules and Regulations3 Volumes1934, 1955English.
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Courses of StudyWashington College (Lexington, Va.)3 Item1870English.Scope and Contents
This pamphlet contains a listing of the faculty and information about courses offered at the college and student expenses.
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Missouri Professorship in Washington College: Sketch of the Plan for its EndowmentLilley, Robert Doak, 1836 - 18861870English.Scope and Contents
This publication, written by R. D. Lilley as Agent for the Board of Trustees and 'Committee of Endowment' contains information about the college's programs of study and history and a list of the endowment's supporters.
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FACULTY Booklet1 ItemEnglish.
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Preliminary Register of Students1920-1945English.
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Freshman Class Directory1954-1962English.
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Student handbook1889/1890-English.
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Washington & Lee Handbook for parents and families2005/2006-2009/2010English.
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The Honor System1961-English.
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Advising, Counseling, and Health Services brochure1972-1989English.
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Services for Students Brochure1992-1994English.Scope and Contents
These brochures provide information on academic advising, career planning, student health services, and counseling services.
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Face Book1969-1979,1981-1987,1994-2018English.Scope and Contents
Annual publication containing pictures and information about Washington and Lee University's freshman class, which ceased publication with the class of 2019.
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Victory FinalsBealer, Carter Newman1 Item1919-06English.Scope and Contents
This booklet contains the schedule of end of year events, which were held to celebrate and commemorate the Washington and Lee students who fought in World War I. Events included several dances, a meeting of the Washington Literary Society, the performance of a band, and commencement. It also contains photographs of Washington and Lee's campus.
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Commencement exercises of Washington and Lee University1840-English.General
There is a 1982 booklet containing that year's Baccalaureate Sermon given by Dr. Louis W. Hodges and the Commencement Remarks given by Robert E. R. Huntley.
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Senior Night Programs1987-1996English.
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Anniversary Celebration Invitation1 Item1964-11-11English.Scope and Contents
Invitation from W&L to VMI on the occasion of W&L's 125th anniversary celebration.
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McCormick Celebration4 Item1931-09-25English.Scope and Contents
This file contains the addresses from the celebration of the unveiling of the Cyrus Hall McCormick statue, which was held on September 25, 1931, published as Vol. 31, No. 9 of the Washington and Lee University Bulletin and three copies of the celebration program.
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Baccalaureate Service1932, 1934-1936, 1938-1939, 1941-1944, 1947-2000, 2002, 2004-English.
- Lists of valedictorians at Washington and Lee University.
Valedictorians1914-1984