Summer School of the South Collection
This collection houses a 1908 booklet discussing the Summer School of the South, three editions of the School’s Newsletter, Summer School Spectator (volumes I-III), and a broadside advertisement for the School's 1916 session. The booklet includes a short history of the Summer School at Knoxville and a collection of photographs, including groups from different states, faculty and staff, campus photos, and pictures of classes. The issues of the Spectator include a history of the campus, articles on key moments in UT history, advertisements from Knoxville merchants, and photographs of the campus. Finally, the broadside provides detailed information on the School's 1916 session, including the courses offered, the extracurricular activities available, and the types of professionals expected to attend.
Dates
- 1908-1916
Conditions Governing Access
Collections are stored offsite and must be requested in advance. See www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.
Conditions Governing Use
The UT Libraries claims only physical ownership of most material in the collections. Persons wishing to broadcast or publish this material must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants on www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.
Extent
0.5 Linear Feet
Abstract
This collection houses a 1908 booklet discussing the Summer School of the South, three editions of the School’s Newsletter, Summer School Spectator (volumes I-III), and a broadside advertisement for the School's 1916 session.
Biographical/Historical Note
The Summer School of the South started in 1902 at the University of Tennessee and offered summer courses to teachers, students and the general public during the summer quarter. These courses included such topics as domestic science, agriculture, manual training, basketry, physical culture, art, music, penmanship, playground supervision, and educational training from kindergarten to college level. It was popular enough to become an annual event at the University and included excursions to the mountains, nearby towns and cities, concerts, Shakespearean plays, and motion pictures.
Arrangement
Collection consists of five folders.
Acquisition Note
Collection was donated to University Archives.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository