Spencer, Robert C.
Person
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Spencer, Robert C. #1 (1920-1999): Interview and Memoir
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SP34.1
Scope and Contents
Spencer, founding president of Sangamon State University, briefly recalls his early academic career at Miami University in Ohio and the University of Chicago; private tutoring; University of Rhode Island; his arrival in Springfield to launch Sangamon State University; the acquisition of the Clayville historic site; and restoring houses in Vermont.
1 tape, 45 mins., 16 pp.
Interview by Richard Henderson, 1983
OPEN
See collateral file
Dates:
Other: Dummy Date
Spencer, Robert C. #2 (1920-1999): Interview and Memoir
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SP34.2
Scope and Contents
Spencer, first President of Sangamon State University, discusses SSU from its beginning in 1969: his previous position at the University of Rhode Island, being hired as President, move to Springfield, Illinois, recruiting administration and faculty, first year problems, Vice-President for Academic Affairs George Cohen, interviews and memos, development of curriculum and academic programs, John Keiser, early faculty, administrative and library appointments, SSU as an upper level university,...
Dates:
Other: Dummy Date