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Don Pearson, Oral History Interview, 1998
Don Pearson led the Economics Department at Eastern Michigan University from 1969-2009. In this interview, Pearson details the administrative and faculty power structure of Eastern Michigan University during the 1970’s and 1980’s. Pearson was also instrumental in the separation of the Economics Department from the History and Social Science Departments. This interview was conducted for the purpose of gathering primary research for Laurence Smith’s book, Eastern Michigan University: A Sesquicentennial Portrait (1999). -
Donald Currie, University Library Dedicatory Address, 1967
Donald Currie serve as dean of students at Eastern Michigan University until joining the staff of the Royal Oak public schools, where he served as superintendent. Still president of the EMU Alumni Association, Currie was asked to speak at the dedication ceremony for the new University Library. Currie speaks at length on the growth of the university libraries throughout the years, and notes that all library growth can be traced back to just three individuals -Elsie Andrews, E. Walfred Erickson, and Genevieve Walton- in the more than 100 years that the school has been in existence. Currie says that more than how many books a library has, the real success of a library is measured in how well it serves the academic community. -
Donald Loppnow Oral History Interview, 2017
Donald Loppnow served Eastern Michigan University in several capacities over a total of 40 years. He was the department head of the School of Social Work, the assistant to the president for strategic planning, associate vice president for extended programs, provost, vice president and executive director of the EMU Foundation. In this informal interview, Loppnow discusses his relationship with Bruce Nelson, former Vice President for Instruction at EMU, and longtime supporter of a wide variety of University-related causes. Loppnow talks of his first meetings with Nelson, as well as his constant interest in the Ypsilanti community and the welfare of EMU students. -
Donkey with panniers. Narrow streets. Women in black in mourning
Image of a narrow streetscape in Ebro Valley, Spain. A woman in black is walking past as shop window that has cooking and storage containers in the window. A donkey is standing in the street with pieces of cloth and blankets on its back. Men and women can be seen talking further down the street. A sign reading, "Bar Cafe Express," can be seen near the group of people. -
Doors on Canal
Canal center with bridges crossing it. Left side buildings have doors right on canal. Windows are shuttered. Right of the canal is a walkway that is lined with more buildings. Steps to get to canal right lower edge. Reflection of left side buildings in canal. -
Double decker trolley "Europe trip. 1911"
Photograph of a double-decker trolley located in Euorpe. It is noted the picture was taken in 1911. Connected storefronts can be seen in the background. An ornate corner building stands tall behind the trolley. The brick street is wide and has tracks down the center for the trolley. A street lamp with flower basket hangers stands in the middle of the street. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Down Tamalpais Road
Streetscape of Tamalpais Road in Berkeley, California. Houses have been built on the hills surrounding the street and they represent various types of styles from Craftsman to a steeply pitched Chateau inspired style found on the house in the top right hand corner of the image. Groves of trees grown on the hills and surround the houses. A car can be seen in the bottom left corner of the image and power lines can be seen next to the dirt street. Grasses and short vegetation cover the landscapes. -
Downing Hall Team
The Downing Hall team displays a flag reading "SS Downing's Best." -
Dr. Albert P. Marshall, Oral History Interview, 1998
Dr. Albert P. Marshall served Eastern Michigan University from 1969 until 1980, during which time he taught library science, served as Library Director and Dean of Academic Services. This interview serves as a comprehensive biography of Marshall, from childhood through his time as Dean of Academic Services at Eastern Michigan University. Notable are Marshall’s experiences as librarian for the United States Coast Guard before arriving at EMU, and his concern for the welfare of black students at Eastern. This interview was conducted for the purpose of gathering primary research for Laurence Smith’s book, Eastern Michigan University: A Sesquicentennial Portrait (1999). -
Dr. Mable Jones
Dr. Jones is an alumna of Eastern Michigan University, graduating in 1972. Her time is characterized by heavy involvement in student activism that included being a member of Campus Service Corps, the Black Student Association and discussions with administration after the take over of Pierce Hall in February 1969. Dr. Mable Jones came to Eastern as an Upward Bound student. Jones became the chief executive officer of Upward Bound at Wayne State University, and, since retiring, continues to serve the greater Detroit area in the field of child development. -
Drainage increase near Harden House. Elmwood. March 1901
A row of New England style houses in Elmwood, Massachusetts. The landscape suggests there is a natural waterway leading down from the houses due to the shape of the small hills in the foreground. Grass covers the landscape and there are only trees surrounding the houses. -
Drainage near ravine. Elmwood. March 1901
Landscape that is sloped to allow for easier drainage in Elmwood, Massachusetts. A fence divides a forest from the grassy field in the foreground and the shape of the land suggests there is a natural waterway to flows through here. The landscape in the background is relatively flat and appears to be the collecting place for the water as it flows down the landscape. -
Drawing 2nd Floor - Room 51.
This image depicts a Drawing class, likely being taught by Charles T. McFarlane before he officially joined the Drawing department. The sole faculty member of the Drawing department listed in the 1892-93 register, John Goodison, passed away sometime around October 1892, a few months before this picture would have been taken. Goodison had been a part of the Normal faculty since 1861, and was highly regarded by both staff and students alike. He was described as being patient no matter the circumstance, and he always had words of encouragement for his students regardless of their talent level. -
Drawing 2nd Floor - Room 57.
This image depicts the same drawing class depicted in 4-4 from a different perspective. The class in the photograph is likely an elementary level drawing class as there was a focus on geometrical shapes. The elementary class was a modified version of the Drawing curriculum given to Training School students, and was designed to prepare students to teach basic art lessons at the Elementary level. Subsequent Drawing courses built upon the principles taught in the elementary coursework, and senior students would teach lessons to the Training School students under the supervision of the department head for practice. -
Drawing of a Woman Holding Two Baskets
Drawing of a woman outside a farmhouse. She is holding two baskets. From an envelope titled "Art Frieze." -
Drawing of People in a Forest
Crayon drawing of two people in a forest. One person holds a guitar. Squirrels climb on the trees. From an envelope titled "Art Dept. 1932-1933." -
Drawings of Chickens and Roosters
Six crayon drawings of chickens and roosters posted on a board. From an envelope titled "Art Dept. 1932-1933." -
Dredge "Gillespie"
The dredge steamer ship "Gillespie" in the harbor in Holland, Michigan. The ship has a single smokestack and several pulleys to load and unload cargo. The ship appears to be moving through a channel system and buildings can be seen on the banks of the docks along with sand dunes covered with sparse vegetation. -
Drew's Hill. Gilmaton, New Hampshire. "August 1 1907"
Photograph of Drew's Hill taken in Gilmanton, New Hampshire. It is noted the picture was taken in August of 1907. Large boulders with tall grasses cover the landscape in the foreground. Stands of trees cover the hills as they lead down into a valley in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Drew's Hill. Gilmaton, New Hampshire. "August 1 1907"
Stereographic duplicate of mounted stereograph 010_MJ_137_106. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Dried stream bed
Photograph of an eroded bank on a small stream. Piled shale chips and rocks can be seen on the bank of the stream. Grass covers the field in the background and trees dot the landscape. A wooden fence divides the properties and a stand of trees can be seen in the background. It appears to have been very windy on the day this picture was taken based on the effect of the trees. -
Dried stream bed in a forested area "Vegetation"
Photograph of a forested area. A dried stream bed can be seen in the midground. A hill rises to the right of the camera. The trees are barren and there is snow on the ground, suggesting this photograph was taken in the winter. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Drift wood and debris on shore
Photograph of a sandy beach. Dead dune grass and other plants can be seen growing in the sand above the lake grow. A large rock formation extending out into the lake can be seen in the background. -
Driftwood and rocks on a beach "Unidentified"
Photograph of driftwood. The driftwood is piled on the shoreline of a body of water. Small rocks and pebbles surround the driftwood. Stands of trees can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Driftwood on a shoreline "Unidentified"
Photograph of driftwood. The driftwood is piled on shoreline of a body of water. Houses and trees can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Driftwood on a shoreline "Unidentified"
Photograph of driftwood. The driftwood is piled on shoreline of a body of water. Houses and trees can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Dry bridge looking South. Elmwood. June 28, 1901
Stream cutting through the landscape in Elmwood, Massachusetts. A road sits on top of a dirt embankment and is well out of the floodplain of the stream. A wooden fence lines the road and several house can be seen in the background. Grass covers the ground around the stream and trees can be seen in the background. -
Dry bridge, looking North. Elmwood, Mass. June 1901
Stream cutting through the landscape in Elmwood, Massachusetts. A road sits on top of a dirt embankment and is well out of the floodplain of the stream. A wooden fence lines the road and several house can be seen in the background. Grass covers the ground around the stream and trees can be seen in the background. -
Dry bridge. Elmwood, Mass. June 1901
Stream cutting through the landscape in Elmwood, Massachusetts. A road sits on top of a dirt embankment and is well out of the floodplain of the stream. A wooden fence lines the road and several house can be seen in the background. Grass covers the ground around the stream and trees can be seen in the background. -
Dry bridge. Elmwood, Mass. May 1901
Stream cutting through the landscape in Elmwood, Massachusetts. A road sits on top of a dirt embankment and is well out of the floodplain of the stream. A wooden fence lines the road and several house can be seen in the background. Grass covers the ground around the stream and trees can be seen in the background. -
Drying wheat, Sweden
Man draping wheat over a vertical wooden drying rack while another man uses a pulley system to lift wheat bundles to the top of the drying rack. -
Dubrovnik
City of Dubrovnik in background. Lower half of image is garden with flowers in bloom and benches. Boat in water on left side of image. Center can see water. Right upper corner hill. -
Dune encroaching on pine forest
Large dune encroaching on a pine forest. As the dune moves, it covers the landscape around it, killing the trees and other vegetation. Nothing grows on the dune. -
Dune Park, Indiana. Pines formerly buried by encroaching dune
Landscape of sand dunes in the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore along Lake Michigan. It is noted that the pine tree trunks sticking out of the dune were formerly buried by the moving dune and have been exposed over time as the dune continues to shift. There is no vegetation on the dune or constructed features. -
Dune park, later stage
Extensive scrub bushes cover most of the dune and trees can be seen on top of the dune. Power lines and buildings can be seen in the background, next to Lake Michigan. -
Dunes "Thumb area. Michigan"
Photograph of dune. The dune is mostly covered in trees and other vegetation. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Dunes in the desert "Vegetation"
Photograph of a desert. Sand dunes rise in the background. Powerlines can be seen in the skyline. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Dunes near a beach "Thumb area. Michigan"
Photograph of a dune at beach. The dune partially covered in vegetation. The dune gives way to the shore covered in driftwood. Stands of trees can be in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Dunes near a body of water
Photograph of a sandy landscape near a large lake or ocean.To the left there are several houses. The dunes are covered with dune grass. Waves crashing onto the beach can be seen. -
Dying tree
Photograph of dying tree with a hole through its center. A forest of pine trees spreads out in the background. -
E of Guadalajara. Valley of Tajuno to SW.
A man sits outside of an adobe house covered in vines. Another man rides a donkey past the house. A dirt road lined with trees goes off into the distance and the Valley of Tajuno can be seen in the background. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
E. Walfred Erickson, University Library Dedicatory Address, 1967
E. Walfred Erickson, Head Librarian at Eastern Michigan University, gave this address at the University Library dedication ceremony. In the speech, Erickson thanks all parties at length who had a hand in the planning, funding, and construction of the new building, calling Eugene Elliott the “father of this child,” and Representative Joseph Warner, “the rich uncle of this child.” -
E.E. Cummings, Poetry Reading, Part 1
Edward Estlin "E. E." Cummings (October 14, 1894 – September 3, 1962), often styled as E. E. Cummings, as he sometimes signed his name, was an American poet, painter, essayist, author, and playwright. He wrote approximately 2900 poems, two autobiographical novels, four plays, and several essays. This undated recording captures Cummings during his visit to Eastern Michigan University. There is no commentary between poems. -
E.E. Cummings, Poetry Reading, Part 2
Edward Estlin "E. E." Cummings (October 14, 1894 – September 3, 1962), often styled as e e cummings, as he sometimes signed his name, was an American poet, painter, essayist, author, and playwright. He wrote approximately 2900 poems, two autobiographical novels, four plays, and several essays. This undated recording captures cummings during his visit to Eastern Michigan University. There is no commentary between poems. -
Eagle's Nest
Hitler's retreat. Rocky mountian. Walking path center surrounded by greenery, with steps. tables and chairs lower section of image. Groupings of people lower edge and on path. -
East Hall. Western Michigan Normal School "Houses, buildings, and cityscapes"
Photograph of East Hall at Western Normal School located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The building has a highly ornate Ionic style of architecture. Two large portico's extend over the front entrances of the building supported by six large ionic columns. Two story brick pilasters are also decorated in the ionic order style, and large denticulated pediments sit above the porticos. The building is a three story, brick building with roof balustrades and denticulated cornices. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
East Hall. Western State Normal College "Houses, buildings, and cityscapes"
Photograph of the side view of East Hall at Western State Normal College in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Concrete steps lead up to the front of the building and the landscape is hilly and covered with grass. The building is several stories tall, constructed of brick, and features large porticos, one of which is visible on the front facade. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
East of the range through the tunnel. Looking west
Landscape image of small farms built at the base of mountains rising in the background in California. The main house in the foreground appears to be a single story vernacular house with several rooms next to each other. Several barns can be seen in the background and a wooden fence surrounds the property. Power lines can be seen above the property and a dirt road leads up to the house. The landscape is mostly rocky with sparse vegetation. It is noted that the picture was taken looking West through the tunnel, East of the range. -
East of the range through the tunnel. Looking west
Looking West at a mountainous landscape in Central Valley, California. The landscape is rocky and arid with sparse vegetation. The plateau in front of the mountains is relatively flat and there are no buildings. It is noted the the picture was taken East of the range. -
East Peru. 200 miles northeast from Lima. Perene river headwaters
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the Perene river headwaters of the Pachitea River in Eastern Peru. It is noted this area of the river is approximately 200 miles northeast from Lima. The landscape is densely forested and the river cuts through the forest. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Eastern Andes. Wet and densely forested
Image from a published source. aerial picture of the Eastern Andes in Peru. The mountainscape is very densely forested and it is noted that this area receives a lot of rainfall. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Eastern Echo Cover 1900
Cut for use in banner -
Eastern Echo Office with Student at Desk
Eastern Echo Office -
Eastern Market, Detroit Food Distribution
Two women, both in tan trench coats, and Mr. Vitali dressed in a navy car coat and dark rimmed glasses, stand talking in what appears to be a food distribution center at Eastern Market. Behind them on pallets are large bags of onions and potatoes stacked seven high. -
Eastern Michigan University - Rackham Building
The Rackham Building on the campus of Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The building was constructed in 1938 and housed the special education department. The building was the first constructed in the country that was specifically designed to train teachers in special education. Designed in the WPA Moderne style, Rackham is constructed of brick and has a concrete entrance on the south side of the building. Trees and shrubs obscure the front of the building but still let light into the first floor through the many windows. A dirt road passes in front of the building. -
Eastern Michigan University Athlete on Podium
A male athlete from Eastern Michigan University stands in the 1st place position on a wooden podium at an indoor track holding a small square object. There is another Eastern Michigan Track and Field Athlete just out of the frame on the right. -
Eastern Michigan University Marching Band, "Eastern Michigan Fight Song," 1965
The marching band of Michigan State Normal College plays the school fight song on this undated recording. -
Eastern Michigan University Presents Poet John Ciardi, 1964
John Anthony Ciardi (June 24, 1916 – March 30, 1986) was an Italian-American poet, translator, and etymologist. While primarily known as a poet, he also translated Dante's Divine Comedy, wrote several volumes of children's poetry, pursued etymology, contributed to the Saturday Review as a columnist and long-time poetry editor, and directed the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference in Vermont. In 1959, Ciardi published a book on how to read, write, and teach poetry, How Does a Poem Mean?, which has proven to be among the most-used books of its kind. At the peak of his popularity in the early 1960s, Ciardi also had a network television program on CBS, Accent. In 1964, Eastern Michigan University invited Ciardi to Pease Auditorium for a reading of his poetry. Remarking that poetry is “always a statement about poetry,” Ciardi reads poems about his father, Theodore Roetke, and the poetic capabilities of university students. -
Eastward from Dike Hill. Negaunee, Michigan. "Negaunee. From high dike & part of town. Crystalline rock"
Stereographic duplicate of glass slide 010_MJ_85_005c. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Ebro between San Ausencio and Fuen Mayor
Image taken from the vantage point of a moving train. Railroad tracks and an electrical pole for the railroad can be seen in the foreground. The Ebro River runs below the railroad tracks and the landscape is hilly around the river. -
Ebro from stone bridge and a stream
Image of the Ebro River, noted from a stone bridge vantage point. Mountains can be seen in the background and houses sit along the banks of the river. Exposed rocks and sand beds can be seen in the river -
Ebro Valley. Rugged cliff on Mendavia
Image of a plaster house sitting next to a dirt road. A boy is standing outside next to a car. Several other houses can be seen in the background along the same road. Mountains rise behind the house and the landscape is rugged and mountainous. -
Ecclectic European Building
Upper half building with much decoration: columns, arches, multiple stories, different kinds of roofs, statues, cornice decoration, towers, and different building materials. -
Echo Staff Members
A photograph depicting Eastern Echo student staff, including Margo Doble, and Arnie Rubin. -
Ecuador. Looking NW to Pichincha over Paramo from valley of Quito
Image from a published source. aerial image of a mountainscape in Ecuador overlooking Pichincha to the N.W. The mountains are covered in foliage but very few trees. A winding road can be seen going up the side of the one of the ridges. Cultivated land can be seen in the valley of the mountains. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Ecuador. Paramo at 14,000' peak V. Cayambi in bakground. 23,000'
Image from a published source. Mountainscape of a paramo, or a high elevation tropical landscape, with Cayambi mountain in the background at 23,000'. The landscape is sparse with no trees and very short vegetation. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Ecuador. Valley 11,000'. Paramo 14,000'. Level Paramo. Man in valley
Image from a published source. aerial image of a mountainscape in Ecuador. Cultivated land can be seen marked out on the side of one of the mountains and in the valley. There are very few trees. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Egbert Isbell, Introduction to the First Annual Conference on College and University Archives, 1968
Egbert Isbell served as professor of history, and administrator at Eastern MichiganUniversity from 1937-1967. Presiding over the lunch portion of the First Annual Conference on College and University Archives, Isbell welcomes all participants, and pays tribute to President Harold Sponberg for not only looking forward to the future of EMU, but also to the institution’s past. -
Egyptian Pyramid
Pyramid left center. Pyramids were usually tombs for Pharaohs and their consorts. Large steps right side. Broken pieces of rocks. -
Egyptian Sphinx
Spinx center of image. Lower left corner fences and small building with window and door. Ground is sand in the background. -
Eiffel Tower
Left center Eiffel Tower. Image from across water. Boat in water. Bridge on left lower corner. Trees base of tower on sides. -
Eighth Grade Students Stand on the Roosevelt School's Steps
The eighth grade class stands on the Roosevelt School's steps. A dog stands between two boys at the front of the class. From an envelope titled "8th Grade, 1941." -
Eighth Grade Students Stand on the Roosevelt School's Steps
The eighth grade class stands on the Roosevelt School's steps. Snow covers the ground. From an envelope titled "8th Grade, 1940." -
Eighth Grade Students Stand on the Roosevelt School's Steps
The eighth grade class stands on the Roosevelt School's steps. A dog stands between two boys at the front of the class. From an envelope titled "8th Grade, 1941." -
Eighth Grade Students Stand on the Roosevelt School's Steps
The eighth grade class stands on the Roosevelt School's steps. Snow covers the ground. From an envelope titled "8th Grade, 1940."