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College benefactors -- New York (State) -- Rochester

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 9 Collections and/or Records:

Booth family collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: RITArc-0045
Overview

James E. Booth was a trustee of the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) during the 1890s. His son, Irving, was one of the university's largest benefactors during the mid-20th century. The collection mostly includes photographs of various members of the Booth family. There are also several pieces of correspondence and a publication on the Monroe County Savings Bank.

Dates: circa 1876-1950
Found in: RIT Archives

Carroll B. Neblette memorial fund dedication scrapbook

 Collection — Box 1- 1977: [Barcode: R0006628586]
Identifier: RITArc-0198
Overview

Scrapbook documenting the 1977 gift of the Carroll B. Neblette Memorial Library fund and the 50th anniversary of the publication of Mr. Neblette's book, Photography, Its Materials and Processes.

Dates: 1977
Found in: RIT Archives

Charles and Florence Wallace academic realia

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: R0006630751]
Identifier: RITArc-0367
Overview

Pair of academic hoods worn by Charles and Florence Wallace, RIT benefactors. Diploma and citation from Piedmont College.

Dates: circa 1960
Found in: RIT Archives

Collection on Caroline Werner Gannett

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: RITArc-0240
Overview

The Collection on Caroline Werner Gannett is comprised of citations and certificates awarded to Gannett, as well as newspaper and article clippings.

Dates: 1943-1989
Found in: RIT Archives

Nathaniel Rochester Society records and photographs

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: RITArc-0065
Overview

Records of the Rochester Institute of Technology's Nathaniel Rochester Society (NRS). The NRS was formed in 1967 as a way to recognize the university's top financial contributors each year. The collection includes correspondence, membership lists, programs, invitations, newsletters, meeting minutes, photographs, and various pieces of memorabilia.

Dates: 1959, 1967-2005, 2015-2017
Found in: RIT Archives

Paul A. Miller administrative files

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: RITArc-0080
Overview

Collection of records kept by Paul A. Miller during his time as president of the Rochester Institute of Technology. The collection includes subject files which contain mostly correspondence and clippings, as well as administrative files for the Rochester Urbanarium project. Also included are files on prominent university benefactors.

Dates: 1936-1979
Found in: RIT Archives

RIT Presidential Medallion Recipients records

 Collection — Box-folder 9
Identifier: RITArc-0498
Overview

RIT Presidential Medallion recipient records lists recipients who have been awarded the Rochester Institute of Technology Presidential Medallion, later called the RIT Presidential Medal. The award was created to provide a special way for the university to express its gratitude towards external contributions to RIT. These records consist of two lists of award recipients.

Dates: 1994-2002
Found in: RIT Archives

Susan Bevier estate records

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: R0006628960]
Identifier: RITArc-0001
Overview

Legal documents related to the estate of Susan Bevier, a benefactor of the Rochester Athenaeum and Mechanics Institute (now named the Rochester Institute of Technology). The collection contains copies of Mrs. Bevier's estate records including her will, estate inventory, and deeds, as well as correspondence related to the use of Mrs. Bevier's generous donation.

Dates: 1899-1954; Majority of material found within 1899 - 1907
Found in: RIT Archives

Theodore Chapman papers

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: R0006628947]
Identifier: RITArc-0168
Overview

Papers of Theodore Chapman, a Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) alum and benefactor. Chapman left a large contribution to RIT when he died in 1988. The collection includes biographical information on Chapman, as well as photographs, a flight training manual, clippings, and other miscellaneous material.

Dates: 1939-1989
Found in: RIT Archives