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College of Arts and Sciences, 1994-2014

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Record Group consists of documents, photographs, and ephemera regarding the development and organization of the College of Arts and Sciences.

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Mickey Wolfson Theater Collection, 1946-2015

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The materials in this collection reflect Mr. Wolfson's interest in the arts. The materials primarily consist of playbills, showbills, and programs from plays, operas, and musical performances in Europe, the U.S. (including South Florida), Asia, and Oceana.

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Andrew W. Manly collection, 1973-2015

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The Andrew W. Manly collection includes LGBTQ+ publications and media, with a focus on British and American publishing firms. Material in the collection ranges from 1973-2015. Topics of interest include: Pride events, the HIV/AIDS epidemic and its impact on the LGBTQ+ community, LGBTQ+ pornography and erotica, queer club and bar culture, drag performers, sexuality, gender identity, LGBTQ+ films and literature, the leather community, safer sex practices, photography of the nude, LGBTQ+ friendly travel, cruising, and subcultures. Some material is designated for adult audiences and only available to patrons 18+. Please see the "Conditions Governing Access" note of this finding aid for more information.

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University of Central Florida Memorabilia collection, 1965-2020

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The University of Central Florida Memorabilia collection, 1965-2020 documents University of Central Florida (UCF) events and activities, such as such as homecoming, various sporting events, building dedications, and university anniversaries. It chiefly contains a variety of memorabilia, including t-shirts, cups, glassware, buttons, pins, programs, plaques, and other commemorative objects related to UCF students, alumni, faculty, staff, and university presidents. It also includes memorabilia from UCF's early days as Florida Technological University. The Pegasus Seal, the university's emblem, is featured on many objects, including those created when the university was named Florida Technological University. This artificial collection was brought together by UCF Special Collections & University Archives staff over time from various known and unknown sources. Items continue to be added as they are collected. Originally named Florida Technological University, the University of Central Florida (UCF) is a public multi-campus, metropolitan research university. Florida Technological University (FTU) was founded in 1963 by the State of Florida to provide educated professionals to work in the growing space program. Building began in 1967 and classes started in 1968. Charles N. Millican served as the founding president. His successor, H. Trevor Colbourn, started the university's football program. In 1978, FTU's name was officially changed to UCF. Steven Altman presided over the university from 1989-1991. John C. Hitt served as president from 1992 until 2018. Dale Whittaker was UCF's fifth president from 2018 to 2019. Alexander Cartwright became the university's president in 2020.

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Audubon Society Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary records, 1937-2019

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The Audubon Society Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary records contain materials collecting the history of this sanctuary and the scientific and outreach work conducted on the property and surrounding area. In addition, this collection includes research materials from several National Audubon Society projects, including from the Paul J. Rainey Wildlife Sanctuary and Platte River.

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Antolin Carbonell Collection, 1920-2024

Antonio Jorge Collection, 1968-2015

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The Antonio Jorge Collection documents the extensive academic career, professional achievements, personal records, publications, and community contributions of Dr. Antonio Jorge, a prominent Cuban economist, scholar, and leader, highlighting his work in education, public service, and his significant contributions to Cuban and Cuban-American issues.

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Robert H. Brown tourism collection, 1900-2013, bulk 1970-2010

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The Robert H. Brown Tourism Collection, 1900-2013 (bulk 1970-2010), documents tourism in and around Florida during the twentieth century. It chiefly consists of postcards, brochures, and guidebooks relating to the tourism and theme park industries, as well as press kits and other promotional materials. This collection provides insight into the marketing and promotion of tourist attractions in and around Florida. Many of the attractions documented are no longer in existence or are in decline after the opening of the Walt Disney World Resort in 1971, offering a glimpse at the tourist landscape of Florida prior to and immediately after the resort's domination of Central Florida tourism. Robert Hugh Brown grew up in Miami, Florida. He developed a fascination for roadside attractions while touring the state of Florida extensively. In the 1990s, Brown created "Florida's Lost Tourist Attractions," or Lostparks.com, a website dedicated to documenting the many attractions that sprang up and later fell by the wayside following the opening of Walt Disney World. His research for the website led him to collect thousands of brochures, postcards, flyers, and other ephemera detailing Florida tourism. As of 2024, Brown is retired and currently resides in Ocoee, Florida.

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General Campus Events, 1921-2018

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The materials in this record group cover a time period from the 1920s through 2010s. The amount of material varies by event, as some may have several documents, photos, etc., while others may only have a single brochure or program.

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The International Bathhouse collection, 1970 - 2014

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Collection of clippings, advertisements, brochures, and ephemera pertaining to international bathhouses, saunas, gyms, clubs, and other facilities that serve the LGBTQ+ community.

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