College of Charleston
Organization
Dates
- Existence: 1791 - 1811
- Existence: 1824 -
Places
- Charleston (S.C.) (Residence)
Found in 46 Collections and/or Records:
Clarence Graeser letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 0034-026
Collection Overview
The letter from Clarence Graeser to "D.O.M." mentions a hurricane that occurred in 1940 and briefly mentions the College of Charleston. Graeser was a graduate of the College of Charleston, and a professor of modern languages at the college during the 1930s.
Dates:
undated
Found in:
Special Collections
Bret Lott papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss 0224
Abstract
Papers of author and College of Charleston Professor of English, Bret Lott. Papers include manuscripts, reviews by and about Lott, memorabilia and souvenirs, publishing contracts and other legal documentation, teaching and early writing career materials, promotional materials, audiovisual materials, and a Brother Deluxe 750TR typewriter.
Dates:
1935-2020
Found in:
Special Collections
Nathaniel Russell Middleton papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss 0032
Collection Overview
Nathaniel Russell Middleton papers consist of his writings, his correspondence with his wife and children, and miscellaneous items. Middleton's writings consist of poems, essays, and addresses about Christianity, the fine arts, philosophical materialism, temperance, secession, fame, the U.S. Constitution, and other subjects, many of which were probably delivered to the students of the College of Charleston during his tenure there as professor and president. Correspondence includes letters...
Dates:
1823-1881
Found in:
Special Collections
James Warley Miles papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss 0008
Collection Overview
Papers consist of correspondence, transcripts of Miles' sermons and addresses, notes for a sermon, clippings, and biographical materials.
Letters and notes include a letter (1852 March 5) to Miles from Henry D. Lesesne asking Miles to preach at Calvary Church, a note (1870 May 26) from C.G. Poyas regarding the transmission of a gift volume to Miles, and a typescript copy of a letter (1857 April 1) from Miles to Mr. [Robert Newman?] Gourdin concerning the number of volumes in the College of...
Dates:
1852-1970; Majority of material found within 1852-1875
Found in:
Special Collections
William Vincent Moore papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss 0153
Abstract
Writings, printed materials, working files, correspondence, photographs, and audiovisual materials of William Vincent Moore, Professor of Political Science at the College of Charleston from 1972 to 2009. Materials document Moore's scholarly research of American political extremism, South Carolina politics, and Southern politics. Printed materials amassed by Moore make up a significant portion of the collection and consist of newspapers, newsletters, magazines, booklets, pamphlets, direct...
Dates:
1895-2009; Majority of material found within 1940-2009
Found in:
Special Collections
Frederick A. Porcher papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss 0038
Abstract
Papers consist of memoirs, lectures, essays, correspondence, and other assorted writings of Frederick A. Porcher, Professor of Belles Lettres and History at the College of Charleston from 1848 to 1886. Memoirs concern Porcher's life and career, including his childhood on Cedar Springs Plantation, his education at Yale, his life in politics, his travels abroad, and teaching at the College of Charleston. There are also personal reminiscences on South Carolina history and politics and the...
Dates:
1761-1878
Found in:
Special Collections
Harrison Randolph papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss 0076
Abstract
Collection contains biographical information, personal diaries, correspondence, writings, teaching notes and other miscellaneous items of Harrison Randolph, President and Chair of Mathematics at the College of Charleston from 1897 to 1942. Papers include diaries from 1910 to 1941 except from mid 1928 to early 1931. Persons mentioned are M. Rutledge Rivers, George Daniel Grice, Thomas della Torre, James Harold Easterby, Horatio Hughes, Olin Burnham Chamberlain, and Williard Silcox Sr. Also...
Dates:
1885-1942
Found in:
Special Collections
Emmett E. Robinson papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss 0039
Abstract
Collection consists of the papers of Emmett E. Robinson, managing director of the Footlight Players Theatre from 1935 to 1977 and professor of fine arts and theatre at the College of Charleston from 1942 to 1982. Papers include assorted biographical materials, writings on community theatre, play and television scripts, and exhibit designs. Also included are materials relating to Footlight Players Theatre, Dock Street Theatre, Mohawk Drama Festival, and Dramatic Society of the College of...
Dates:
1886-1991; Majority of material found within 1920-1988
Found in:
Special Collections
Session 109: Bill: House #4537-Regarding the College of Charleston Board of Trustees, 1992
File — Box 31: Series Series 2, Folder: 8
Identifier: Series 2
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Organized by General Assembly sessions. Contains legislation (pending and passed) from Sessions 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, and 111. Holds bills authored by various House of Representative legislators. Also holds correspondence from fellow legislators, organizations and constituents requesting Whipper's support.
Dates:
1992
Found in:
Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture
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Lucille Simmons Whipper papers
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Series 2: Political Career
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2.4: State of South Carolina Legislative Branch-The General Assembly: House of Representatives: The Honorable Lucille Whipper
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2.4.5: House of Representatives: General Bills and Resolutions
Henry E. Shepherd letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 0034-134
Collection Overview
The letter was written by Henry Shepherd to L. Tracy Walsh of Boston, Massachusetts, on May 30, 1889. In the letter, Shepherd provides Walsh with information regarding American literature and recommends several sources for Walsh to study.
Dates:
1889
Found in:
Special Collections