Inventory of the George Thomas Hargitt Papers, 1927-1941

Abstract

George T. Hargitt came to Duke University in 1930 where he became a Professor of Zoology and Director of Graduate Studies.

Contains material pertaining to Professor Hargitt's Biology classes 1-4, including lists of reference and reserve books, bibliographies, student term papers, lists of scientific leaders, and outlines for seminars and courses. Materials in the collection date from 1927-1941.

Descriptive Summary

Repository: University Archives, Duke University
Creator: Hargitt, George Thomas, 1881-1971.
Title: George Thomas Hargitt Papers, 1927-1941
Language of Material: English
Extent: 0.5 Linear Feet, 300 Items
Location: For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Library's online catalog.

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Contains material pertaining to Professor Hargitt’s Biology classes 1-4, including lists of reference and reserve books, bibliographies, student term papers, lists of scientific leaders, and outlines for seminars and courses. Materials in the collection date from 1927-1941.

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Patrons must sign the Acknowledgement of Legal Responsibility and Privacy Rights form before using this collection.

In accordance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 as amended, Duke University permits students to inspect their education records and limits the disclosure of personally identifiable information from education records.

Portions of these materials are restricted by donor request.

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Use Restrictions

Copyright for Official University records is held by Duke University; all other copyright is retained by the authors of items in these papers, or their descendants, as stipulated by United States copyright law.

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Student papers, 1927-1941

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History of Biology - Outline II

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Seminar - History Biology, weekly outline

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History of Biology - Reference and reserve books

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Originals and translations - classic historical articles in books

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History of Biology, outlines (4 folders)

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History of Biology, reference and reserve books

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Historical Note

George T. Hargitt came to Duke University in 1930 where he became a Professor of Zoology and Director of Graduate Studies. He retired in 1951, at which time he was made professor emeritus. Hargitt was born in Fairfield, Indiana and received his A.B. from Syracuse University (1902), his A.M. from University of Nebraska (1903), and his Ph.D. from Harvard (1909). In 1939, he was given an honorary doctorate of science by the University of Syracuse. He also was featured in the book "American Men of Science." He died in 1971.