Bureau of Appointments and Occupational Information (University of Michigan) records, 1905-1930

Summary

Creator:

University of Michigan. Bureau of Appointments and Occupational Information.

Abstract:

Records, 1905-1930, of the Bureau of Appointments and Occupational Information of the University of Michigan. Contain placement records of the Bureau of Appointments, including biographical data, employment and educational history, recommendations, and photographs of applicants.

Extent:

11 linear feet

Language:

English

Call Number:

8735 Bimu C476 2

Authors:

Finding aid created by Bentley Library Staff

Background

Scope and Content:

The records contain placement records of the Bureau of Appointments, including biographical data, employment and educational history, recommendations, and photographs of applicants. Also included is composite data of placements by the bureau.

Biographical / Historical:

The first Bureau of Appointments was created in 1898 by the faculty of Literature, Science and the Arts to aid graduates in finding teaching positions. In 1906, this bureau became part of the Department of Education within the Literary College. In 1926, the president appointed a committee on vocational guidance and placement that conducted research on occupations and characteristics of individual students, and started a placement service. In 1929, the two units were combined under the directorship of T. Luther Purdom as the Bureau of Appointments and Occupational Information. The bureau continued until 1952.

Acquisition Information:

The source of the transfer of this record group is unknown.

Physical Location:

Portions located in offsite storage; prior notification required for access.

Subjects

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Subjects:

College placement services -- Michigan -- Ann Arbor.

Formats:

Photographs.

Names:

University of Michigan. Bureau of Appointments.
University of Michigan. Bureau of Appointments and Occupational Information.
University of Michigan. Committee on Vocational Counsel and Placement.
University of Michigan -- Students -- Employment.
University of Michigan -- Students.
University of Michigan -- Alumni and alumnae.