North Central Association files
Scope and Contents
The North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (NCA) files contains reports, self-studies, surveys, and more, related to the NCA’s work with the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) in terms of accreditation and review. The materials date from 1936 to 2001. The files are a mix of external review from examiners sent by the NCA to visit and report on UNI and internal self-studies and profiles UNI made in preparation for these official visits. Some of the reviews focused on the university’s overall operations, mission, and objectives, while others were more targeted, such as inspecting the graduate program.
Dates
- 1936-2001
Creator
- University of Northern Iowa (Organization)
- North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. Commission on Colleges and Universities (Organization)
- O'Dowd, Donald D. (Person)
Language of Materials
Materials entirely in English.
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions. Materials are open for research.
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Sensitive Materials Statement
Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy or similar laws, and the Iowa Open Records Law (see Iowa Code § 22.7). Researchers are advised that the disclosure of certain information pertaining to identifiable living individuals represented in this collection without the consent of those individuals may have legal ramifications (e.g., a cause of action under common law for invasion of privacy may arise if facts concerning an individual's private life are published that would be deemed highly offensive to a reasonable person) for which the University of Northern Iowa assumes no responsibility.
Extent
2.51 Linear Feet (8 boxes)
Arrangement
Please note that this collection is artificial and was created by SC&UA staff combining multiple small collections.
Processing Information
Finding aid created and added online by Library Associate Dave Hoing, March 2017. Updated October 2017 and February 2018 (dh). Linear Feet updated August 7, 2017. Finding aids consolidated and collections rehoused by Archival Processor Tessa Wakefield, February 2022.
- Title
- North Central Association files
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