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Hugh McElwain papers on the founding of CTU, 1965-1968

 Collection
Identifier: S001-2010-14

Scope and Contents

Materials documenting the beginnings of CTU, from the hands of its first academic dean, chiefly regarding curriculum planning: correspondence, memos, reports, committee agendas and minutes, and copies of articles on theological education. Also included is the pen used to sign the purchase contract for 5401 South Cornell Avenue.

Dates

  • 1965-1968, 1981
  • Majority of material found within 1965 - 1968

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Open for research use.

Biographical / Historical

Fr. Hugh McElwain was the first Academic Dean of CTU, serving from 1968 to 1972.

Extent

0.43 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Latin

Author
Richard Laibly, Jr.
Date
April 9, 2010
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Revision Statements

  • March 17, 2023: Revised by Derek Rieckens

Repository Details

Part of the Catholic Theological Union Repository

Contact:
5416 S Cornell Ave
Chicago IL 60615 United States
773-371-5465