The Biographical/Family Material contains information about Robert's long and varied affiliation with the University of Michigan. Also included are papers belonging to his parents and a 1897 diary belonging to his father.
3.5 linear feet — 5 oversize volumes — 1 oversize folder
The papers of Robert P. Briggs document aspects of his career as educator and administrator at the University of Michigan, and his experience as businessman and advocate for business. The papers are arranged in seven series: Biographical/Family Material; Topical files; Correspondence; Publications, Speeches, and Addresses; Audiovisual Material; and Scrapbooks.