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Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice and Campus Ministry Scrapbooks, 1983 - 2004

 Collection
Identifier: XUA-001

Scope and Content

This collection consists of primarily photographic scrapbooks covering several Center for Faith and Justice and Campus Ministry sponsored student activities from 1983 to 2004. The albums document Xavier University students taking part in various programs and events, many of which relate to peace and justice issues. Some events include Shantytown, Manresa programs, Appalachian ministry and Ft. Benning protests.

Dates

  • 1983-2004

Restrictions on Access

There are no restrictions on access of these materials.

Restrictions on Use

This collection may be used by individuals for personal use, research, teaching, or any fair use as defined in Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. Contact the copyright holder for permissions to distribute or copy documents for purposes that do not qualify as fair use. Xavier University can claim only physical ownership of this collection. The user is responsible for satisfying any claims of the copyright holder. Some uses may infringe upon the rights of copyright holders unknown to Xavier University. Xavier University Library is eager to hear from any copyright holders who are not properly identified. Direct any notices of infringement to the Xavier University copyright Agent at copyright@xavier.edu.

Some materials include the photographs of minors. Privacy issues may limit the use of these materials.

History of Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice

Xavier University has demonstrated commitment to its Jesuit and Catholic heritage over the years. In 1981, Benjamin J. Urmston, S.J. proposed through the Vice President for Student Affairs to then Xavier University President Robert Mulligan, S.J., that the University have a department dedicated to faith and justice. He chose the name Peace and Justice Programs. In 1983, at the request of Xavier students, Xavier President Charles Currie designated Dorothy Day House as the home of Peace and Justice Programs and student clubs.

The Division of Religious Development, as the Center for Mission and Identity was originally called, was established by President James E. Hoff, S.J. in March, 1992. Over the years the Center has had several different titles, including the Division of Mission and Ministry and finally, the Center for Mission and Identity in 2009. The Division of Mission and Ministry sponsored Campus Ministry, Peace & Justice Programs and Ignatian Programs.

In these photographic scrapbooks we see the activities that Campus Ministry has provided for students, including prayer and reflection retreats, get-aways, and faith sharing groups. Peace and Justice Programs include activities which raise awareness of social issues as well as sponsor lectures by local, national and international peace and justice specialists. Dorothy Day House is home to a number of student clubs and organizations that are focused on issues of peace and justice, as is reflected by the scrapbook collection.

Biographical / Historical

The Division of Religious Development, as the Center for Mission and Identity was originally called, was established by President James E. Hoff, S.J. in March, 1992. Over the years the Center has had several different titles, including the Division of Mission and Ministry and finally, the Center for Mission and Identity in 2009. The Division of Mission and Ministry sponsored Campus Ministry, Peace & Justice Programs and Ignatian Programs.

In these photographic scrapbooks we see the activities that Campus Ministry has provided for students, including prayer and reflection retreats, get-aways, and faith sharing groups. Peace and Justice Programs include activities which raise awareness of social issues as well as sponsor lectures by local, national and international peace and justice specialists. Dorothy Day House is home to a number of student clubs and organizations that are focused on issues of peace and justice, as is reflected by the scrapbook collection.

Extent

6.25 Linear Feet (5 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

A collection of primarily photographic scrapbooks which depict various Xavier University student activities sponsored by the Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice and Campus Ministry.

Statement of Arrangement

The collection is arranged in rough chronological order within five boxes.

Acquisition Information

Collection transferred from the Xavier Center for Faith and Justice to the Xavier University Archives on November 15, 2011.
Title
Dorothy Day Center for Faith and Justice and Campus Ministry Scrapbooks, 1983 - 2004
Status
Edited Full Draft
Author
Caroline Hexley
Date
2012
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the University Archives and Special Collections, Xavier University Library Repository

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