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Associated Women Students of Tacoma Community College records

 Collection
Identifier: RG-15

Scope and Contents

Scrapbooks and a handbook by the Associated Women Students of Tacoma Community College. Scrapbooks include club activities, community service, materials on women’s rights, trips to conventions, and a memo from TCC President Dr. Thornton Ford. There are also photos of members of the AWS and Dr. Ford.

Dates

  • 1966-1971

Conditions Governing Access

There are no access restrictions on these materials.

Conditions Governing Use

Use is governed by TCC's Creative Commons Copyright policy requiring attribution and share-alike intentions.

Historical Note

The Associated Women Students (AWS) formed in 1966 at Tacoma Community College, and lasted until about 1973. Every female student became a member upon her enrollment at TCC. The women participated in regional and national conventions and did community service for those in the Tacoma area. On campus, they sponsored dances and fashion shows.

Extent

1.5 Linear Feet (1 folder, 3 scrapbooks)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Scrapbooks and a handbook by the Associated Women Students of Tacoma Community College.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Acquisition history unknown.

Accruals

No accruals expected.

Processing Information

Processed by Archivist Elizabeth Russell.

Title
Guide to the Tacoma Community College Associated Women Students Records
Status
In Progress
Author
Tacoma Community College Archives
Date
9/2022
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard, 2nd Edition
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.
Edition statement
Finding aid prepared by Odette Allen (4/2018); revised by A. Demeter (9/2022).

Repository Details

Part of the Tacoma Community College Archives Repository

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