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The University Graphics records contain photographs, brochures, guides, flyers, pricelists, and typeface sample books. Materials range in date from 1945 to the 2000s. University Graphics was established in or before 1927 to provide a consistent approach to communication design for NC State. University Graphics served as NC State's source for all design, printing, and copying needs until approximately 2002, when those responsibilities were transferred elsewhere. Less

Collection contains memoranda, advertisements, brochures and promotional materials regarding sales, events, etc. from 1944 through 1996. Also includes series of calendars 1964-1991. The NC State University Bookstores is the official bookstore serving North Carolina State University. The bookstore operates for the convenience of the NC State University Students, Faculty, Administration, Staff and campus visitors. All monies generated through the bookstore are returned to the University for need-based financial aid programs. The flagship location is Wolfpack Outfitters, in Talley Student Center. Less

The Chinqua-Penn Plantation records contain the papers of the Penn family (1863-1975, bulk 1923-1946) as well as the records of the management of the property by the University of North Carolina, Greensboro, North Carolina State University, and the Chinqua-Penn Foundation (1921-1926, 1957-2002, bulk 1965-2002). This collection includes correspondence, reports, financial records, property and animal records, architectural drawings, photographs and scrapbooks, audio-visual materials, newspaper clippings, marketing materials, and inventories of the art, artifacts, and furniture collections, among other items. Within the materials dating from the management period are extensive records from research conducted on the property and the Penn family. Named for the chinquapin, a dwarf chestnut tree, Chinqua-Penn Plantation was built by Thomas Jefferson "Jeff" Penn and Margaret Beatrice "Betsy" Schoellkopf (Schwill) Penn during the 1920s. The large house reflected their lifestyle of entertaining and traveling, and it showcased the art and furniture they collected from around the world. The plantation's grounds evolved into an exotic horticultural collection of both native and imported plants. Chinqua-Penn was maintained by the University of North Carolina, Greensboro from 1965 to the late 1980s. NC State University took over its management and reopened it shortly thereafter. In 1991, the Chinqua-Penn Foundation was formed to preserve the house and open it to visitors. The foundation secured the plantation's status as a National Historic Landmark. Although NC State University continues to administer the Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center on the mansion grounds, further funding problems forced the foundation to close the museum's doors. NC State University sold the house to a private owner in 2006. Less

This sub-group contains various internal and external publications produced by the Office of Public Affairs and its subordinate units. This includes newsletters, magazines, bulletins, and other publications. Included are Statelog, The Journal of North Carolina State University, High School Newsletter, and The Bulletin (also called the Official Bulletin). The materials date from between 1929 and 2007. The North Carolina State University Office of Public Affairs (now known as University Communications and Marketing) operates to help the University "accomplish its mission by building sound relationships with the university's constituencies and public groups." Public Affairs consisted of three main divisions: Communication Services, News Services, and Web Communications. Until 1994 the office was known as University Relations. The Office of Public Affairs was formerly known as the Office of University Relations, the Office of Foundations and Development, the Office of University Relations, and the Office of Development. Less

The North Carolina State University, Office of Public Affairs Records contain annual reports, budget data, committee information, correspondence, news releases (bound volumes), newspaper clippings, photographs, publications, radio scripts, and scrapbooks. Topics covered include presidential visits, athletics, women at North Carolina State University, commencements, the Wolfpack Club, the Watauga Medal, and the University Centennial. Materials range in date from 1914 to 2001. The North Carolina State University Office of Public Affairs (now known as University Communications and Marketing) operates to help the University "accomplish its mission by building sound relationships with the university's constituencies and public groups." Public Affairs consisted of three main divisions: Communication Services, News Services, and Web Communications. Until 1994 the office was known as University Relations. The Office of Public Affairs was formerly known as the Office of University Relations, the Office of Foundations and Development, the Office of University Relations, and the Office of Development. Less

The records of the North Carolina State University Office of Public Affairs, Creative Services currently contain video recordings used in productions on a number of topics and record files related to these productions, publications made by the office, and office files. Materials range in date from 1889 to 2014, though the majority of the recordings are dated between 1978 and 2008. Creative Services is the publishing, video and electronic media division of the North Carolina State University Office of Public Affairs. Its primary responsibility is to support University Advancement by producing print, electronic and broadcast materials for public distribution, providing campus footage for stations and networks and assisting with any assigned projects that enhance the image of North Carolina State University. Less

This subgroup is composed of a variety of materials related to News Services' work promoting North Carolina State University. The textual records include news releases, clippings, correspondence, university reports, university publications, and files and press information on faculty. The records also contain a number of audiovisual formats, including photographs, slides, and video cassettes of various types (VHS, Betacam SP, MBU 5s, UCA60), documenting broadcasts, press conferences, public service announcements and other media presentations. The materials date from 1896 to 2007. As of 2013, the Office of Public Affairs consisted of three divisions: Communications Services, News Services, and Web Communications. The News Services division uses a wide variety of methods to promote NC State University on local, national, and international levels. Staff members utilize traditional press releases, news tips, and direct contact with journalists to give the university, its scholarship and its research more visibility. They also distribute news stories electronically on listservs and web pages and distribute a list of faculty experts to assist the media and university representatives. Less

This collection contains annual reports of the Office of Research and Graduate Studies and its subordinate units. The North Carolina State University, Office of Research and Innovation includes the Office of the Vice Chancellor, Research Development, Research Administration and Compliance, and Technology Commercialization and New Ventures. The unit's stated vision is to be instrumental in making an impact on society’s grand challenges through NC State’s emergence as a preeminent research university. The Office of Research and Innovation was previously known as the Office of Research, Innovation and Economic Development. Prior to 2011, the Office of Research, Innovation and Economic Development was first called the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. Less

The records of Continuing Studies, in the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, contain brochures, correspondence, course materials for continuing education classes and activities; includes material on UNC-TV, the Electrical Meter School, and short courses such as the Sport Fishing School. The Office of Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) planned, developed and facilitated non-credit continuing education and professional development programs including short courses, seminars, workshops, conferences, and in-house training. These duties are now managed by the McKimmon Center for Extension and Continuing Education. Less

The North Carolina State University, Office of Research, Innovation and Economic Development, Invention Disclosures and Patent Files contain correspondence, patent applications, invention disclosures, license agreements, and royalty records of North Carolina State University researchers. The earliest items are from 1921, the latest from 2005. The large majority of items are dated between 1955 and 1995. For over 125 years, North Carolina State University has linked scientific discovery to economic opportunity. The North Carolina State University, Office of Research and Innovation Development (formerly the Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development) supports the University's researchers and helps translate their discoveries to the marketplace, creating economic and social impact. Less

The North Carolina State University, Office of University Advancement Publications contain newsletters, brochures, and programs relating to various fundraising campaigns. Examples include the Lifetime Giving Society and the Century II Campaign. Materials range in date from 1942 to 2002. The Vice Chancellor for University Advancement holds a position as an Executive Officer serving the Chancellor of the university. The Office of University Advancement strives "to facilitate communication, internally and externally, and to enhance the image of the University; to provide meaningful programs and service to alumni and friends; to seek service-support participation and ambassadorship from constituents; to build and sustain a strong volunteer leadership network; to raise money from private sources; to manage the collection of private gifts for North Carolina State University; to manage an effective alumni and development database and gift systems; and to coordinate with the General Administration in areas of government and legislative priorities in Raleigh and Washington" (https://leadership.ncsu.edu/advancement/ accessed 7/10/2020). The Office of University Advancement was previously known as the Office of Development. Less

The North Carolina State University, Office of University Advancement, Foundation Records include correspondence, publications, minutes, audits related to foundations, and documents about fundraising and public relations. The collection contains files of the Agricultural Foundation, the Architectural Foundation, the College Foundation, the Dairy Foundation, the Design Foundation, the Engineering Foundation, the Forestry Foundation, the Pulp and Paper Foundation, the Textile Foundation, and the Education and Psychology Foundation, among others. Materials range in date from 1934 to 2013. The NC State University Foundation supports the University's core values of innovation, leadership, and research. It accomplishes this through its Board, which consists of dedicated alumni. It also offers special initiatives and grants and sponsors awards to honor volunteer efforts that make the University better. Less

General records, 1936-2004, of the North Carolina State University Office of University Planning and Analysis contain correspondence, reports, and research records related to studies about NC State University, especially including impact of students on campus. Other subjects include student enrollment data, enrollment projections, degrees conferred, freshman research, teaching loads, retention, suspension and attrition, and minorities. The North Carolina State University Office of University Planning and Analysis was created by merging Institutional Research (which originated in the Chancellor's Office) with University Planning (originally in the Provost's Office). This unit has collected institutional data in support of long-term planning, assessment, and policy development on the NC State University campus. Less

The Office of the Chancellor Annual Reports contains published and unpublished compiled and partial annual reports prepared by the university's top administrators. Topics discussed in these reports include administration, grounds, buildings, equipment, extension, faculty, curriculum, expenses and budget information, recruiting, enrollment, scholarships, student aid, dormitories, dining, regulations, student services, student programs and activities, and athletics. Materials range in date from 1889 to 2007. The Chancellor is the chief administrative and executive officer, leader and spokesperson of North Carolina State University. The Chancellor defines the scope and authority of faculties, councils, committees, and officers of North Carolina State University. The Office of the Chancellor retains authority in faculty and EPA personnel, student matters, contracts, leases, and other agreements, and the acquisition and disposition of property. Less

The records of John William Harrelson's administration in the Office of the Chancellor at North Carolina State College (later, University) include correspondence, financial records, and other general administrative paperwork. Topics include the consolidation of the University of North Carolina, post-World War II veteran enrollment, the design and and construction of the nuclear reactor on NC State's campus, and other general history of the campus during the time period of these records, 1933-1953. John William Harrelson was selected to head North Carolina State College in 1934 under the new title of Dean of Administration. His title changed to Chancellor in 1945, and he served that position until 1953. During his leadership, Harrelson participated in the consolidation of North Carolina's institutions of higher education. With the advent of World War II, military training played an expanding role at NC State. After 1945, the College saw expanded growth with the establishment of the School of Design and the School of Forestry, as well as the construction of a nuclear reactor. Harrelson died in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 1955. Less

The Park Scholarship records contains annual reports, clippings, correspondence, proposals, publications, some historical/biographical material on Roy H. Park, brochures, and a few artifacts. The material dates from 1938 to 2016.There are also some student records in box 3, which are closed to researchers. The Park Scholarships were established at North Carolina State University in 1996 with a grant from the Park Foundation of Ithaca, N.Y., to fund an inaugural class of 25 scholars. The Park Scholarships program was named for Roy H. Park, NC State University class of 1931. The Program was established to provide a superb educational opportunity for exceptionally talented and well-prepared young men and women who merit the intellectual challenge of a distinguished faculty and a superior university. Less

The general records of the North Carolina State University Office of the Provost include general correspondence, publications, and reports relating to the administration of North Carolina State University and issues in higher education. Materials range in date from 1948 to 2014. In 1955, the position of Dean of Faculty was first established at North Carolina State College (University). In 1967, the title changed to Provost, and in 1971, to Provost and Vice Chancellor. The Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost is NC State's chief academic officer, supporting faculty and programming that make the university a higher education leader. As executive vice chancellor, the provost is the senior executive responsible for NC State’s day-to-day activities. The provost is responsible for the university’s 10 colleges and 12 critical corollary units. The provost oversees the review and approval of all of NC State’s academic programs and policies, and directs the appointment, promotion and compensation of the faculty (https://provost.ncsu.edu/about/whats-a-provost/, accessed 5/29/2020). Less

Contained in this sub-group are publications issued by the Office of the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, subordinate units, and predecessor units. In 1955, the position of Dean of Faculty was first established at North Carolina State College (University). In 1967, the title changed to Provost, and in 1971, to Provost and Vice Chancellor. The Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost is NC State's chief academic officer, supporting faculty and programming that make the university a higher education leader. As executive vice chancellor, the provost is the senior executive responsible for NC State’s day-to-day activities. The provost is responsible for the university’s 10 colleges and 12 critical corollary units. The provost oversees the review and approval of all of NC State’s academic programs and policies, and directs the appointment, promotion and compensation of the faculty (https://provost.ncsu.edu/about/whats-a-provost/, accessed 5/29/2020). Less

The North Carolina State University, Office of the Provost, Division of Enrollment Management and Services Records include rules and regulations, research and administration files, reports, and publications. Materials range in date from 1920-2019. The Division of Enrollment Management and Services is under the Office of the Provost. Enrollment Management works across the student life cycle, from identifying prospective students, through graduation, and beyond. Many of EMAS’ functions are at the intersection of critical academic services and create an opportunity for strategic investment that can positively impact student outcomes, reduce time to degree, promote awareness of NC State’s brand beyond North Carolina, and create business efficiencies (https://emas.ncsu.edu/about-us/ accessed 6/9/2020). Less