Dr. Colbourn's Files, 1948-2006
- Scope and content:
Dr. Colbourn's files include his research materials, especially on John Dickinson, many of which date from before his tenure as president. Dr. Colbourn's research includes photocopies of microfilm held at other repositories and copies of microfilm. It also includes the book, correspondence and transcript of his book The Americans: a Brief History. A satirical booklet on government terms by Florida's Public Service Commissioner from 1981-1989, Betty Easley, and inscribed with Mrs. Colbourn's name is held in Dr. Colbourn's personal file. This file also holds a caricature of Dr. Colbourn drawn by Dee Deloy of Walt Disney World a mask in Dr. Colbourn's likeness used at the celebration held in his honor on his retirement from the presidency. Dr. Colbourn's President's orientation files includes information about Orlando as well as the University. These folders provide a snapshot of the university in 1978 and in 1992. Some materials also document Dr. Colbourn's activities after he resigned as president including the computer files.
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Access and use
- Parent restrictions:
- Some files are restricted. Access to UCF Facilities drawings, documents, and sensitive data is available to authorized university staff and approved consultants only, per university policy, and under lawful exception to Florida's Public Records Law.
- Parent terms of access:
- Unpublished records are protected by copyright. Permission to publish quote or reproduce must be secured from the repository and the copyright holder.
- Location of this collection:
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John C. Hitt Library12701 Pegasus Drive, Building 2OrlandoFL32816-8030USA
