Guide to the Dr. Lester Carr papers, 1967-1973


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 Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Lester Carr, PhD
Date range: 1967-1973
Creator: Carr, Lester
Extent: .13 Linear Feet
10 folders
Abstract: The records of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Lester Carr, PhD consist 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: RG6.1.8

Scope & content

The records of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Lester Carr document the professional work and activities conducted while serving as Vice President for Academic Affairs and while serving for a period of time as Chairman of the Psychology Department at Salve Regina University.

Access Points

Subject Topics Document Types Subject Topics

Arrangement

Records are arranged alphabetically; and in some instances, refined to reflect alphabetical order.

Biographical / Historical

Dr. Lester Carr, PhD served as Vice President for Academic Affairs from 1970-1971. Dr. Carr obtained his Master’s Degree in Psychology from the New School and later obtained a PhD from Vanderbilt University. Prior to serving as Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Carr served as Chairman of the Psychology Department. While holding this position, Dr. Carr worked with the State Department of Education and the local public school systems in identifying potential funding support for educational programs and services. In 1970, Dr. Carr became Vice President of Academic Affairs, and worked heavily with departmental chairmen in assisting with departmental issues and advocating for improvements at Salve Regina University. In 1971, Dr. Carr resigned as Vice President for Academic Affairs and obtained a postion as the President for Lewis College in Lockport, IL.

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 RG6.1.8: Dr. Lester Carr 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 October 02.
Descriptive rules: Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Additional Information

Inventory

Box 1, Folder 1 Announcement of New Curriculum
Contents Note: File consists of an announcement for the new curriculum and notes on specific dates and details pertaining to the progress of the curriculum transition.

 1971
Box 1, Folder 2 Biographical Sketch
Contents Note: File consists of a single document pertaining to a biographical sketch detailing the professional work and education of a Consultant in Behavioral Modification.

 1969
Box 1, Folder 3 Carr, Lester: Personal
Contents Note: File consists of miscellaenous correspondence while Dr. Carr served as President of Lewis College.

 1967-1969
Box 1, Folder 4 Correspondence: Academic Freedom Committee
Contents Note: File consists of correspondence by Dr. Carr to the Academic Freedom Committee of the College Council regarding the Students Rights Bill of 1970-1971.

 1970
Box 1, Folder 5 Correspondence: Faculty
Contents Note: File largely consists of memorandum and meeting minutes pertaining to departmental chairmen meetings as well as miscellaneous corespondence. Restricted materials will remain restricted 75 years from the date of creation.

 1969-1971
Box 1, Folder 6 Correspondence: Head of Psychology Department
Contents Note: File consists of miscellaneous correspondence related to educational programming, in particular; a preliminary proposal pertaining to a proposed regional correctional training center while Dr. Carr served as Chairman of the Psychology Department.

 1968-1969
Box 1, Folder 7 Correspondence: Newport School Department
Contents Note: File consists of correspondence and meeting minutes pertaining to the Teacher Aide Training Program Advisory Committee. Also included is a document concerning the teacher aide educational programs.

 1970-1971
Box 1, Folder 8 Correspondence: O'Rourke, Mary Christopher,Sister,RSM
Contents Note: File consists of correspondence between Dr. Lester Carr and Sister Mary Christopher O’Rourke. Restricted materials will remain restricted 75 years from the date of creation.

 1967-1973
Box 1, Folder 9 Memorandum
Contents Note: File consists of memorandum concerning library space requirements at Salve Regina University.

 1970
Box 1, Folder 10 Summer Sessions
Contents Note: File consists of a summary schedule for summer time programs at Salve Regina College, a copy of a newspaper article, and meeting minutes pertaining to summer school.

 1967-1969