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[Identification of item], Richard P. Heitzenrater Papers, University Archives, Duke University.
The Richard P. Heitzenrater Papers were received by the University Archives as a transfer in August 28, 1964, August 27, 1969 and November 21, 2007.
Processed by Sally Sullivan, July 2008
Encoded by Sally Sullivan, July 2008
Accessions UA64-162, UA69-169, UA2007-0065 were merged into one collection, described in this finding aid.
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Richard Paul Heitzenrater entered Duke University in 1957. He graduated in 1961 with a degree in History and went on to earn a degree in Church History (1964) as well as a Ph.D. in Religion, History (1972) both from Duke. After earning his degrees Heitzenrater worked as an Associate Pastor at First United Methodist Church in Butler, Pennsylvania and held teaching jobs at Centre College as well as Southern Methodist University. In 1993 Heitzenrater returned to Duke and has since held the position of William Kellon Quick Professor of Church History and Wesley Studies. He has authored a number of books and is regarded as preeminent scholar on the life of John Wesley. However, Heitzenrater has been involved with much more than just academics while here at Duke. He is a gifted graphic artist and has created Christmas cards, event posters (with his brother Drew Heitzenrater), brochures, and various other printed materials. He also sings with the Duke Chapel Choir and has produced a number of DVDs documenting their performances.
The collection contains posters, Christmas cards, brochures, and numerous other printed documents showcasing Heitzenrater's graphic design. The collection also contains DVDs of the Duke University Choir Chapel tours which were produced and edited by Heitzenrater.
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Box 1 and 2 contain posters from various divisions of the University created by Richard P. Heitzenrater and his brother W. Drew Heitzenrater.