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Inauguration of James Byron McCormick as President of The University of Arizona, May 5, 1948

1948
AZ 325
Collection Guide

James Byron McCormick was the 13th president of the University of Arizona serving from 1947 to 1951.

The collection contains papers from the Offices of the President and Robert L. Nugent, Chairman of the Inauguration Committee, and include typescript correspondence, photographs, printed programs, lists of delegates and guests, and greetings from academic groups.

James Byron McCormick was the 13th

Included materials:
Photographs
Manuscript
Collection Area:
University of Arizona
University of Arizona Office of the President records

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We respectfully acknowledge the University of Arizona is on the land and territories of Indigenous peoples. Today, Arizona is home to 22 federally recognized tribes, with Tucson being home to the O’odham and the Yaqui. Committed to diversity and inclusion, the University strives to build sustainable relationships with sovereign Native Nations and Indigenous communities through education offerings, partnerships, and community service.