The History of Arizona State University
Arizona State University was founded as the territorial normal school in 1885. This collection features photographs, documents, and audio and visual materials that chronicle the history of the institution. Additional materials include statistical lists and compilations of data for enrollment and building data.
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This page from the 1985 Arizona State University Statistical Summary lists the university presidents from 1886-1984.
An alphabetical list of known firsts and special events compiled by University Archives for the ASU Centennial in 1985. Some entries were added through 1989. This document was presented as a web page within the University Libraries website from ca. 1998-2018.
This document provides overview information on major Tempe campus buildings constructed between 1960-2007. Building data is arranged alphabetically by the current building name. The
survey provides data points on each building, including: Current and historic building names, a photograph, date of construction or dedication, architect, contractor, street address, construction cost and references. Athletic practice facilities, warehouses, annexes and minor remodeling projects are not represented in this survey. This survey was compiled by Michael B. Olive as part of his thesis project for the Barrett Honors College in the spring, summer and fall of 2007.
This section from the 1985 Arizona State University Statistical Summary lists the colleges within the university that were established between 1885-1984.
An amateur silent motion picture documenting the Arizona State College Homecoming in 1954. Parade floats and the Sun Devil Band are featured on Central Avenue in Phoenix near the hotel Westward Ho. ASC President Grady Gammage and his wife Kathryn drive by in an open car. Displays and house decorations on the Tempe campus are presented. Alumni and staff are depicted eating at the Homecoming banquet.
Film highlighting aspects of ASU, such as the campus, academics, and athletics, as they've changed throughout the university's history.
Film covering the history of ASU's Homecoming traditions, from the first Homecoming in 1926 through 2003.
Part 1 of a video documenting the history of the History Department at Arizona State University. Produced by Roger Adelson and Richard Hopkins.
Part 2 of a video documenting the history of the History Department at Arizona State University. Produced by Roger Adelson and Richard Hopkins.
Part 3 of a video documenting the history of the History Department at Arizona State University. Produced by Roger Adelson and Richard Hopkins.