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About the Millikin University Archives
The University Archives exists to collect, arrange, describe, and preserve items that document the history of Millikin University. These items are then made accessible to the public for research purposes.
Included in the University Archives' collections are many records or Millikin University offices, departments, student groups, faculty, and alumni. An extensive photograph and negative collection is also a part of the Archives' collection.
For more specific information about the Archives, or historical information about Millikin University, you are encouraged to select one of the links to the right. Please address any specific questions or concerns about the Archives to Amanda Pippitt, University Archivist, or Todd Rudat, Archives Associate.
Location
The University Archives are located on the east end of the first floor of Staley Library in Room 112. Most of the furniture contained in the room comes from the old Gorin Library, Millikin University's first free-standing library building.
To contact the Archives by phone, call 217-424-3982.
Our mailing address is:
University Archives, Staley Library
Millikin University
1184 W. Main Street
Decatur, IL 62522
Hours
The University Archives are open this semester from 10:00a.m. - noon, and from 1:00p.m. -5:00p.m., Monday through Friday.
In unusual circumstances, it may be possible for other arrangements to be made. If you are in need of other accomodations for using archival materials, please contact (well in advance) Amanda Pippitt or Todd Rudat.
Staff
Amanda Pippitt is the University Archivist. Please contact her with any questions regarding transfer of items to the Archives, questions on the use of the Archives and its policies, or other administrative concerns.
Todd Rudat serves as Archives & Research Associate. He is available to help you with you research inquiries during the posted hours.