| Matriculation Books, 1802-
1
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Catalog Number: 2.1.1
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Series Description:
This series contains the original signature books of matriculants to
Bowdoin. The first two volumes are lists of attendees and cover the
classes of 1806-1902. Volumes 3 and 4 are matriculation books and
contain the signatures of matriculants. This tradition began in 1841 with
the class of 1844 but was abandoned in 1852. It resumed in 1872 and
continued until 1902. Again abandoned, the custom was revived by
President Sills in 1937. It has continued, unbroken, until the present.
In these two volumes are the signatures of prominent alumni such as
General Joshua L. Chamberlain (1852); Admirals Peary (1877) and MacMillan
(1898); and Senators George Michell (1952) and William Cohen (1960).
Volume 3 contains the classes of 1845-56 and 1941-59. Volume 4
contains the classes of 1876-1906 and 1960-2000. Volume 5 begins with the
class of 2001.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically.
General Note:
Restrictions: None.
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Attendance Books, 1807-1893
0.5
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Catalog Number: 2.1.2
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Series Description:
This series consists of four volumes which were used to record the
attendance of students. The arrival and departure dates for students from
1807-1841 were entered in the "Book of Entries," while daily student
attendance from September 1891 to June 1893 was recorded in the
"Registrar's Book." Also included is a Summer School of Science volume for
July 1876 which lists the names and hometowns of registered students as
well as the courses in which they were enrolled, the officers of
instruction and course fee.
Arrangement: Chronologically.
General Note:
Restrictions: None.
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| Transcripts (Official),
Rankings and Academic Records, 1840-
20
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.3
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Series Description:
This series contains student academic records from 1840. Before
1840, academic records were contained in the records of the Executive Government. The earliest records consist
of oversize ledger sheets organized by class. Further divided by
three terms and a year-end summary, these sheets record items such
as: absences (excused and not excused) from College, prayers, public
worship, recitation and lectures; neglect of themes, forensics and
declamations; weekly rank at recitation; term/annual rank; deportment
and remarks.
From 1859-1868, class records were kept in two bound volumes: one for
detailed records and the other as a summary log. The detail records are
in the same format as the earlier ledger sheets but add more columns for
comments on specific areas such as: attention to study, expression for
rank, and expression for conduct. The volume containing the years 1868-1874
includes both the summary and detailed records. Volume 3 of the series
includes classes 1868-1874 and records individual course marks calculated
weekly. This differs from previous rank books which excluded detail at
the course level. Beginning with the class of 1868 and ending with the
class of 1901, class rank books were maintained to include the four year
period of attendance. Thus, each of these four books contains complete
student records for every fourth class (i.e., Vol. 4, 1875, 1879, etc.;
Vol. 5, 1876, 1880, etc.). Starting with the class of 1900 the format
for maintaining student records changed again. At this point, pages of the
register recorded an individuals' entire course level grades. This format
continues through 1906. By this time, areas like deportment and chapel
attendance were not recorded on a student's record. From 1907, grades
and other personal and academic information were maintained on
custom-printed cards. The format of the card has changed several times
over the years. In 1967, student courses and grades were also entered
onto computer. At this point the hand-written card was augmented with a
computer printout of a student's courses and grades. Transcripts and
other academic records are currently maintained on computer. All original official
transcripts not transferred to the Archives are held by Student Records.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically.
General Note: Also included are microfilm copies of class ranks, 1840-1853 and
1859-1906, and microfilm copies of official transcripts of the classes of 1907-1989.
Restrictions: Closed for 75 years from date of creation or until
the death of the individual, whichever occurs latest.
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| Transcripts (Unofficial),
1990-
7.5
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.4
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Series Description:
Contains paper copies of official transcript records which are stored
electronically at the Office of the Registrar.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically, then alphabetically.
General Note:
Restrictions: Closed for 75 years from date of creation or until
the death of the individual, whichever occurs latest.
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| Grade Sheets, 1972-
8.5
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.5
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Series Description:
This series contains the summary grade sheets and the faculty grade
worksheets. These papers list, by course, the students enrolled and their
assigned grade. The grade sheet is the official record of student grades.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically.
General Note:
Restrictions: Closed for 75 years from date of creation.
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Transcripts (Official), Non-Graduate, 1907-
2
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.6
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Series Description:
This series contains the original official transcripts of those students
who did not graduate from the College during the class years of 1907-1944.
All original official transcripts not transferred to the Archives are held
by Student Records.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically.
General Note: Also included are microfilm copies of non-graduate
student transcsripts, 1907-1944 and [1949]-1995.
Restrictions: Closed for 75 years from date of creation or until
the death of the individual, whichever occurs latest.
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Transcripts (Official), Special and Summer Students, 1942-
2.5
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.7
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Series Description:
The original official transcripts of special students and those who
attended summer classes between 1942-1948. Many of the transcripts are the
records of students who attended Bowdoin during and immediately after
World War II. These transcripts are in the same format as the regular
students during this era. All original official transcripts not
transferred to the Archives are held by Student Records.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically.
General Note: Also included are microfilm copies of official
transcripts for special and summer students,
1942-1983, and summer students, 1986-1987.
Restrictions: Closed for 75 years from date creation or until the
death of the individual, whichever occurs latest.
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| Grade Sheets, Special and
Summer Students, 1940-1986
1
linear foot.
Catalog Number: 2.1.8
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Series Description:
This series contains the summary grade sheets and the faculty grade
worksheets for special and summer programs. These papers list, by course,
the students enrolled and their assigned grade. There is also additional
information on some of the programs in each folder.
Arrangement: Arranged by subject.
General Note:
Restrictions: Closed for 75 years from date of creation or until
the death of the individual, whichever occurs latest.
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| Annotated Catalogues, 1970-
2
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.9
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Series Description:
This series contains the registrar's copy of the Bowdoin catalogue.
Contained in some of these catalogues are the revisions to the published
catalogue. Such annotation includes, for example, course description
revisions, additional course offerings and instructor changes.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically.
General Note:
Restrictions: None.
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| Registration Packets, 1987-
0.5
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.10
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Series Description:
This series contains the registration packets sent to new and returning
students from 1987. Typically, the packets contain: a registration and
information form, an honor system signature card, a registration and
enrollment card, a schedule of courses, "Sources: Their Use and
Acknowledgement," the most recent edition of the Student Handbook and
other registration and course information. Over the years the forms and
booklets have been revised. For example, the 1994-95 packet contains a
two edition handbook, the student handbook and policies handbook. For
most years represented, their are two different packets, one for first
year and one for returning students.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically.
General Note:
Restrictions: None.
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Data, Notices, and Schedules of Course Offerings, 1892- , n.d.
2.25
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.11
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Series Description:
The bulk of the material in this series dates from 1959. Prior to 1959
there is an 1892 class schedule, a Geographic Survey of Bowdoin Students
and Alumni by Philip M. Johnson (Bowdoin 1940) and Charles H. Pope
(Bowdoin 1940) and miscellaneous class lists, examination schedules, and
undated notices regarding attendance requirements. Though there is
variation from year to year, from 1959-1993 information is included on
class and exam schedules, course enrollment, classroom assignments, grade
distributions, Dean's List rosters and registration notices. Included from
1977 are reports or booklets that list the schedules of course offerings
exclusively.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically through 1993, followed by a
chronological listing from 1977- , specifically for
schedules of course offerings.
General Note:
Restrictions: None.
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| Diplomas
n.d., 0.25
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.12
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Series Description:
Several signed and blank diplomas. Also contained in this series is a
large negative from which a diploma may be printed.
Arrangement: By category.
General Note:
Restrictions: None.
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| General Correspondence,
1894-1923
0.25
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.13
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Series Description:
This series contains correspondence files kept by George T. Files, the
first registrar of the College, from 1894-1923. Materials consist mostly
of letters to Files requesting student records, grade or attendence record
changes, or publications inquiries or orders.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically.
General Note:
Restrictions: None.
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Recording Committee, 1974-
.75
linear feet.
Catalog Number: 2.1.14
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Series Description:
The Recording Committee is a standing committee of the College composed of
faculty, students, and staff, that considers and enforces matters of
academic standing for individual students, and considers exceptions to the
policies and procedures governing academic life. Grade changes, graduation
requirements, changes in majors, course credit, course numbering,
probation, suspension, and dismissal are among the matters the committee
addresses. This series contains Recording Committee agendas, minutes,
memorandums, notes, reports, and probation lists. Additional Recording
Committee material can be found in: Faculty
Records: Recording Committee and Office of
the Dean of Student Affairs: Recording Committee.
Arrangement: Arranged chronologically.
Restrictions: Restricted.
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