Guide to the Papers of the Academic Dean, Beverly Miller, 1970-1974
Salve Regina University Archives
McKillop Library
100 Ochre Point Ave.
Newport, RI 02891
Tel: 401-341-2276
Fax: 401-341-2951
email: archives@salve.edu
Published in 2019
Collection Overview
| Title: | Papers of the Academic Dean, Dr. Beverly Miller, PhD |
| Date range: | 1970-1974 |
| Creator: | Miller, Beverly |
| Extent: | 0.15 Linear Feet 16 folders |
| Abstract: | The records of Academic Dean, Dr. Beverly Miller, PhD consists of correspondence and memorandum related to professional work, activities, and academic affairs conducted at Salve Regina University. |
| Language of materials: | English |
| Repository: | Salve Regina University Archives |
| Collection number: | RG6.1.7 |
Scope & content
The records of Academic Dean, Dr. Beverly Miller, Ph D. document the academic affairs and activities conducted during the period 1970-1974 at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI. Dr. Miller assisted with matters greatly concerning the academic curriculum, faculty affairs, and student needs within the academic community. Formats of the records include correspondence and memos.Access Points
Subject Topics Document Types Subject TopicsArrangement
Records are arranged alphabetically; and in some instances, refined to reflect alphabetical order.
Biographical / Historical
Dr. Beverly Miller served as the Academic Dean for Salve Regina University from 1971-1974. Dr. Miller obtained a doctorate in Higher Education and Consolidated Sciences from the University of Toledo. She served as an educator at Mary Manse College located in Toledo, OH, and later became Dean of the Graduate School and Vice President of the College. As Academic Dean of Salve Regina University, Dr. Miller worked to improve the overall quality of education; most notably, assisting with the development of a structured curriculum to better serve the academic community.Access & Use
| Access to the collection: | The records are mostly open to the public with the exception of restricted materials, which will remain restricted 75 years from the date of creation. |
| Use of the materials: | Various copying restrictions apply, according to the Archives' use policy. Salve Regina University owns the copyright to material produced by employees and trustees of the University and work for hire. Requests for permission to publish material from the University Archives should be directed to the Archivist. See also the Archives' copyright and publication statement. |
| Preferred citation: | [Identification of Item], in RG6.1.7: Beverly Miller papers, [Box 1, Folder #], Salve Regina University Archives, McKillop Library, Salve Regina University, Newport, RI |
| Contact information: | Salve Regina University Archives McKillop Library 100 Ochre Point Ave. Newport, RI 02891 Tel: 401-341-2276 Fax: 401-341-2951 email: archives@salve.edu |
Administrative Information
| ABOUT THE COLLECTION | |
| Acquisition: | Records were transferred to the Archives sometime prior to 2014. |
| Processing information: | Processed by Michaela Sheerar, Volunteer. Arrangement of file folders was refined on the basis of alphabetical order. |
| ABOUT THE FINDING AID | |
| Author: | Michaela Sheerar, Volunteer |
| Encoding: | This finding aid was produced using ArchivesSpace and encoded by Michaela Sheerar, Volunteer, on 2019 August 28. |
| Descriptive rules: | Describing Archives: A Content Standard |
Additional Information
Inventory
| Box 1, Folder 1 | Consortium Investigation Meeting Minutes Contents Note: File consists of a single document pertaining to meeting minutes for the Consortium Investigation meeting which took place on November 16, 1971. |
1971 |
| Box 1, Folder 2 | Correspondence: Burrell, William, Dr. Contents Note: File consists of miscellaneous correspondence between Dr. Beverly Miller and Dr. William Burrell. |
1974 |
| Box 1, Folder 3 | Correspondence: Faculty re: Nominations/Outstanding Educator Contents Note: File consists of correspondence to nominees for the title of Outstanding Educator during the 1973-1974 academic year as well as a single typed memo pertaining to suggestions for nominees. |
1974 |
| Box 1, Folder 4 | Correspondence: General Contents Note: File consists of miscellaneous correspondence pertaining to the academic affairs of the college. |
1971-1972 |
| Box 1, Folder 5 | Correspondence: Kappa Gamma Pi Contents Note: File consists of correspondence concerning the award of the St. Catherine Medal and Kappa Gamma Pi’s annual undergraduate achievement award. |
1972-1973 |
| Box 1, Folder 6 | Correspondence: McKillop, Lucille, Sister, RSM Contents Note: File consists of correspondence from Dr. Beverly Miller to Sister Lucille McKillop, President of Salve University concerning various academic, student, and faculty related matters. |
1973-1974 |
| Box 1, Folder 7 | Correspondence: Parents Contents Note: File consists of correspondence related to Dean’s List, awards, and other honors granted to selected students. In addition, there is correspondence pertaining to academic affairs; notably faculty positions, contracts, and student affairs, and the cancellation of Study in Jerusalem Program. |
1973-1974 |
| Box 1, Folder 8 | Correspondence: Religious Sisters Contents Note: File consists of correspondence between Dr. Beverly Miller and various Sisters concerning community meeting at the Provincialate, academic affairs, and potential recruitment. |
1971-1974 |
| Box 1, Folder 9 | Faculty Evaluation Forms Contents Note: File consists of memos concerning evaluation procedure for faculty, a sample of the faulty evaluation form, criteria for faculty rank, criteria for area chairman, and a list of area chairmen and resource people. |
1970-1974 |
| Box 1, Folder 10 | Financial Contents Note: File consists of 1972-1973 budget and inventory of furnishings in the office of the Dean. |
1972 |
| Box 1, Folder 11 | Memorandum: Faculty Contents Note: File consists of but is not limited to memos concerning faculty announcements and reminders, policies, the academic curriculum, and restructuring academic departments. In addition, there is a Dean’s List of First Semester 1972-1973. |
1971-1974 |
| Box 1, Folder 12 | Newspaper Clippings Contents Note: File consists of newspaper clippings pertaining to the announcement of Dr. Beverly Miller as the new Academic Dean at Salve Regina University. |
1971 |
| Box 1, Folder 13 | Restricted Correspondence: Presidential Search Contents Note: File consists of correspondence related to candidates for Presidential Search. Restricted materials will remain restricted 75 years from the date of creation. |
1973 |
| Box 1, Folder 14 | Restricted Correspondence: Miscellaneous Contents Note: File consists of correspondence regarding registration fees and payment for Sister Mary Christopher O'Rourke. Restricted materials will remain restricted 75 years from the date of creation. |
1972 |
| Box 1, Folder 15 | Restricted Correspondence: Faculty Contents Note: File consists of correspondence pertaining to a faculty member's position at Salve Regina University. Restricted materials will remain restricted 75 years from the date of creation. |
1973 |
| Box 1, Folder 16 | Restricted Correspondence: Students Contents Note: File consists of correspondence pertaining to individual student academic affairs. Restricted materials will remain restricted 75 years from the date of creation. |
1971-1974 |