Letter addressed to Elizabeth Rees, mother to Raymond Ringhold Rees, updating her on her son's life in Oregon. Raymond starts the letter by stating he has nothing interesting to tell her, but feels as though he should write to her because that is what an ideal son does. Tells his mother that his brother, Sewell Green Rees, is enjoying his new job on the farm. He hopes to hear from his younger brothers, whom he vaguely remembers because of their young age when he left for Oregon. The original letter is accompanied by a typed transcript. This is one item from the Rees Family Correspondence Collection, which includes many letters between family members in Oregon and Ohio.
Letter addressed to Olivia Rebecca Rees from her brother Willard Hall Rees updating her on his life for the past sixteen years. Willard comments on the politics going on during this time, but focuses mainly on describing Oregon to his sister, Olivia. Willard has just received land and would like Olivia, the rest of the Ohio family and the East Coast family to join him on the West Coast. Trying to convince his family to move, Willard talks about the weather and how it is pleasant during the winter unlike winters in Ohio, Iowa and Kansas. Willard updates Olivia on his personal life regarding his wife and six children. Even though he has been absent for the past sixteen years he wishes to get back into communication with Olivia, his mother and other family members. The original letter is accompanied by a typed transcript. This is one item from the Rees Family Correspondence Collection, which includes many letters between family members in Oregon and Ohio.
Letter addressed to Elizabeth Griffin (Rees) from her cousin S. M. Griffin notifying her that she has recently moved to Springfield, Ohio and would like to meet up. S. M. Griffin hopes to reunite with Elizabeth since now she lives closer to her than before. This is one item from the Rees Family Correspondence Collection, which includes many letters between family members in Oregon and Ohio.
Letter addressed to Olivia Rebecca Rees from N. W. Carroll catching her up on local politics. Carroll talks about the adjourned meeting to allow the Democrats to have a chance to attend the convention. Carroll hopes that Olivia will write back soon with news about her life. The original letter is accompanied by a typed transcript. This is one item from the Rees Family Correspondence Collection, which includes many letters between family members in Oregon and Ohio.
Fundraising pamphlet titled, 'A lot has changed at Pacific.' It solitics donations to Pacific University from alumni, using pictures of student life from the 1950s. Accompanied by a blank response postcard.
A pamphlet titled 'Speakers Bureau,' which advertised the availability of faculty from Pacific University to speak at community events. The brochure makes it clear that the speakers were available for free to organizations such as schools, churches and social clubs.
Informational brochure titled, 'Pacific University, Oregon: Facts.' It contains brief facts about the university such as majors, an overview of the school's history, enrollment figures and directions to campus.
Brochure titled, 'Pacific University's world: information for prospective international students.' It includes information about majors, English language assistance, admissions, student life and costs for prospective international students.
Fundraising pamphlet for Pacific University titled, '3% Makes a Difference.' It includes testimonials from alumni who had donated to the university, with an appeal for funds to cover 3% of the operating budget in 1981-1982.
Pamphlet titled, 'Psychological Service Centers,' advertising clinics offered by the Oregon Graduate School of Professional Psychology (OGSPP) at Pacific University.
A pamphlet titled 'Speakers Bureau,' which advertised the availability of faculty from Pacific University to speak at community events. The brochure makes it clear that the speakers were available for free to organizations such as schools, churches and social clubs.
A brochure titled, 'What's big about a small university?', accompanied by a blank return-mail postcard. This was designed to promote the school to prospective students and encourage them to apply.
A fundraising campaign brochure for Pacific University, titled 'Pacific Today and Tomorrow.' It solicits funds for a new science building, the restoration of Marsh Hall, the endowment and operating funds. It includes a floorplan for the proposed new science building and images of campus life.
A promotional article titled 'Pacific University' which was published in 'Portland' magazine, a publication of the Portland Chamber of Commerce. The article is prefaced by a cover letter from Elwyn Williams of the Pacific University public relations department, which likely sponsored and/or wrote the text of the article.
A promotional folder for Pacific University, containing maps of campus, an admissions flier, and a 'Pacific University Fact Book.' The fact book includes information about the enrollment figures and finances of the school. The materials appear to be a package that was given to prospective students who were visiting campus.
Promotional mailer for Pacific University titled, 'View Pacific '74.' The insert for the envelope featured photographic stills taken from an admissions film that was made to promote the school to prospective students. This mailer was apparently sent to potential donors as evidence of how the school was attracting new students.
Christmas card issued on behalf of President Miller of Pacific University, featuring an image of the historic Elkanah Walker home in Forest Grove. This card was probably sent to supporters of the school.
A brochure titled 'Pacific University in Oregon,' which contains directions for how to apply for admission to the school. It is accompanied by a blank teacher recommendation form.
Program brochure for a Pacific University Board of Trustees conference, titled 'Board Mentor Program.' The conference featured sessions on the activities and purpose of the Board of Trustees.
A brochure titled 'Pacific Basin Studies Program.' It advertises an interdisciplinary studies program at Pacific University in which students could take courses in Pacific Rim languages, politics, business and culture. The program included an internship program in international business.
A pamphlet about Pacific University's Adult Student Housing program, titled 'Adult Student Housing (ASH).' It describes the apartments and rental terms.
A promotional magazine article beginning with the line, 'Pacific University was chartered 10 years before...'. The article appeared in the 'Greater Portland Commerce,' which was a business industry magazine. The author, Steve Prince, was a professor in the English Department at Pacific.
A pamphlet for Pacific University titled, 'College Financial Aid Information.' The text appears to have been written by the 'Western Region College Entrance Examination Board,' with information about applying for financial aid that would have been common across colleges in the Pacific Northwest as of 1968-1969.
