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Harold E. Sponberg papers
Collection
Identifier: 02.HES
Abstract
The Harold E. Sponberg papers documents the tenure of Eastern Michigan University President Harold E. Sponberg, 1965-74. Included in this collection are records documenting his Inauguration, Retirement, Office and Personal files. Of particular note are his alphabetically organized office files documenting policy changes on campus in the late 1960s, expansion of campus buildings and course offerings.
Dates:
Majority of material found within 1965 - 1974; 1940 - 1978
Found in:
Eastern Michigan University Archives
Huron Restoration records
Collection
Identifier: 011.HR
Abstract
In October of 1988, the Michigan Department of Civil Rights issued a report that made suggestions that all schools using Native American names and mascots change them. The report stated that the use of Native American names and mascots for athletic teams promoted racial stereotypes. On May 22, 1991, the Board of Regents changed Eastern Michigan University's mascot from the "Hurons" to the "Eagles" after much controversy. During the period of 1991-1992 the Huron...
Dates:
1929 - 2008; Majority of material found within 1991 - 1992
Found in:
Eastern Michigan University Archives