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Printed materials

 Series
Identifier: II

Dates

  • Creation: 1877 - 2019
  • Creation: Majority of material found within 1960 - 1999

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection consists photographs and printed materials from Boston College Commencement ceremonies.

Photographs are of individuals and groups of graduates and attendees, starting with the very first commencement ceremony in 1877. Materials include contact sheets, photographic prints, and slides. Subjects include commencement speakers, graduates, honorary degree recipients, and special guests. Some notable figures are Tom Brokaw, George Bush, Cardinal...
Richard J. Cushing, Seamus Heaney, Ted Kennedy, John LaFarge, Janet Reno, and Eunice Kennedy Shriver.

Printed materials are largely composed of programs, but also include invitations, honorary degree recipient listings, and some commencement addresses.

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Creator

Restrictions on access

Collection is open for research; a portion is available digitally.

Extent

12.0 Linear Feet (23 containers)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository

Contact:
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861