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Chief Librarian Records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SCA-0118

Scope and Contents

Files of the Chief Librarian from 1970-1996. These files document the responsibilities of the Chief Librairan overseeing all library services and operations. Files contain correspondence, meeting minutes, memorandums, proposals, and other administrative documents.

Dates

  • 1970 - 1996

Conditions Governing Access

Appointments to examine materials must be made in advance. Please email QC.archives@qc.cuny.edu for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Conditions Governing Use

Reproductions may be provided to users to support research and scholarship. However, collection use is subject to all copyright laws. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.

Historical Note

Chief Librarians represented in this collection include Robert Muller (circa 1970s), Matthew Simon (circa 1980s), and Sharon Bonk (circa 1990s).

Extent

9.25 Linear Feet (8 records cartons and 3 document cases)

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

Files are arranged chronologically.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Files were transferred to the archives from the Office of the Chief Librarian. The year (or years) of transfer are unknown.

Related Materials

Library Department Records

Processing Information

Files retain their original order. Special Collections and Archives staff have not reviewed the files for potential weeding (i.e. materials that do not have research value) or to identify materials that should be restricted or deaccessioned due to privacy issues. This work may be peformed in the future when resources are available. Files may be reviewed on a case by case basis for potential restrictions when requested by researchers.

Title
Chief Librarian Records
Status
In Progress
Author
Annie Tummino
Date
2024 October
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Queens College (New York, N.Y.) Special Collections and Archives Repository

Contact:
Queens College Library, CUNY
Benjamin Rosenthal Library RO317
65-30 Kissena Boulevard
Flushing 11367 USA us