Xavier University Student Handbook Collection
Scope and Content
Collection contains copies of the Student Handbook (1963-2011) and its predecessor the X-Book (1946-1962). The Student Handbook is an annual publication for students on academic life, disciplinary procedures, rules and regulations, student services, student life and activities, university history, calendars of events, maps, and a directory of offices at Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio). It contains messages from the university president greeting new students, prayers, and information about activities and resources in Cincinnati. The X-Book was published by the Department of Public Relations. From 1946-1952 it contained a list of former Xavier University students who died in World War II. In 1963, the title changed from the X-Book to the Student Handbook and was subsequently published by the Division of Student Affairs and the Office of the Dean of Students. Handbooks are missing for 1955-1961,1991, and 2004-2005.
Dates
- Creation: 1946-2011
Restrictions on Access
Materials in this collection are available for research but may only be used in the University Archives room by appointment.
Restrictions on Use
Copyright is held by Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio). Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials in accordance with US copyright law.
History of Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio). Office of the Dean of Students
The Office of the Dean of Students is part of the Division of Student Affairs, which began as the Office of Student Affairs in 1966 under the leadership of Patrick Ratterman, SJ, who served as vice president of student affairs. Ratterman had previously been dean of men and chairman of the Student Welfare Committee (1952-1996) as well as director of student activities and director of housing. In 1972 the name changed to the Office for Student Development and in 2007 to the Office for Student Life and Leadership. In 2012 the division was split into the Division for Student Affairs and the Division of Student Enrichment. In 2016, the divisions were rejoined under the Division for Student Affairs. The Dean's office supports the University's efforts to promote student success, wellness, and integrity. Major responsibilities of the office include the publication of the Student Handbook, oversight of resources and services such as McGrath Health and Wellness, and the administration of the student conduct process.
Extent
.88 Cubic Feet (2 manuscript boxes and 1 small box)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Collection consists of the Student Handbook (1963-2011) and its predecessor the X-Book (1946-1954, 1962). The Student Handbook is an annual publication for students containing information on campus buildings, academic life, disciplinary procedures, student services, student life and activities, university history, calendars of events, and a directory of offices at Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio).
Statement of Arrangement
This collection is organized into one series.
Acquisition Information
University Archives acquired the Student Handbooks and X-Books from various campus offices and gifts, 1974-2011.
Accruals
Gift, XUA2017-012. Further accruals are expected.
Processing Information
Collection created by Xavier University Archives staff during processing project in 2012-2013 based on format and subject.
Subject
- Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio) (Organization)
- Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio) -- Students -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. (Organization)
- Title
- Guide to the Xavier University Student Handbook Collection
- Status
- Edited Full Draft
- Author
- Anne Ryckbost
- Date
- 2018
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- 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