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Documenting the history and evolution of Arizona State University, from 1885 to present day, University Archives works to acquire, preserve and make publicly available the historical records of the university, including publications, administrative records, manuscripts, theses and dissertations, photographs and negatives, video and audio recordings, oral histories and news-clipping files.
University Archives accepts materials of permanent, historical value. University records that are a part of the records management cycle and are therefore subject to retention schedules should initially be referred to the Records Management Program overseen by the CFO's office. If you have any questions about determining historical value, please reach out to the University Archivist.
Collections of note
University Archives actively solicits materials documenting the history of Arizona State University and its predecessor institutions. For more detailed information, please review our University Archives Collection Development Policy.
The History of ASU
This collection features photographs, documents and audio and visual materials that chronicle the history of the institution beginning in 1885. Additional materials include statistical lists and compilations of data for enrollment and building data.
ASU Yearbooks
The yearbooks were produced by students since at least 1911, but there were several title changes and interruptions in production during war years and in the 1970s when interest waned. The last ASU yearbook was produced in 1997.
ASU Student Newspaper Collection
Published under various names beginning in 1906, this collection records the history of the university’s student newspaper now known as the State Press.
Agnes Smedley Collection and Exhibition Archive
The Agnes Smedley Collection documents Smedley's career as a journalist in China and events in China during the Japanese conflict and World War II (1938-1948) through clippings, photographs and other assorted artifacts.
Office of the President Records
The Office of the President Records consist of the official correspondence, memoranda, presentations and working documents produced by all ASU Presidents from 1886 to the present. An appointment is necessary to view these materials.
Thunderbird School of Global Management Archives
The Thunderbird School of Global Management Archives features materials related to the school’s long history as a leading institution for international business. Includes collections related to Thunderbird Field No. 1, the historic World War II airfield that was home to the school from 1946-2018.
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Access the archives
Materials in this collection can be viewed by appointment in the Wurzburger Reading Room at Hayden Library (rm. 138). Please make an appointment at least five business days prior to your visit by contacting Ask an Archivist or call 480-965-4932 for more information.
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