William J. Griffin Papers
Scope and Content Note
This collection is composed of one Hollinger box with thirteen folders contained within. The collection is primarily composed of research papers from Griffin’s peers in other universities, as well as research cards to said papers. Additionally, there is research on Peabody College by Griffin himself. Finally, correspondence to Griffin can also be found.
Dates
- Creation: 1930 - 1955
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
The physical materials from this collection may be viewed only in the reading room of Vanderbilt’s Special Collections and University Archives. Materials should be requested two to three days in advance to facilitate easier access. Contact specialcollections@vanderbilt.edu to schedule an appointment.
Biographical Note
William J. Griffin received his undergraduate degree from Park University in 1929. He then received his master's and doctorate degree from Iowa University in 1930 and 1939 respectively. Griffin later served as a professor at Peabody College before it merged with Vanderbilt University.
Full Extent
0.42 Linear Feet (1 letter Hollinger)
- Title
- Finding Aid for the William J. Griffin Papers
- Status
- Completed
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Vanderbilt University Special Collections and University Archives Repository
Special Collections Library
1101 19th Ave. S.
Nashville TN 37212 United States
specialcollections@vanderbilt.edu
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