Eastern Michigan University Archives
Olds Student Recreation Intramural Complex records
015.ORSRIC
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Summary Information
- Repository
- Eastern Michigan University Archives
- Title
- Olds-Robb Student Recreation-Intramural Complex records
- ID
- 015.ORSRIC
- Date [inclusive]
- 1977-2012
- Extent
- 0.4 Linear feet 1 archive box
- Language
- English
- Abstract
- The Olds-Robb Student Recreation-Intramural Complex is a building on Eastern Michigan University's campus, which was constructed and dedicated in 1982. It was originally named for Lloyd W. Olds, a head of the Department of Physical Education, the track coach, and the founder of the Intramural program. The building was renovated in 1991, and renamed in 1993 to include an acknowledgement of Board of Regents member Richard Robb. The materials in the collection includes records related to the planning, construction, and administration of the building and Rec/IM programs.
Preferred Citation note
Please cite materials from the University Archives in the following manner: Item. Collection Title. Eastern Michigan University Archives.
Administrative History
The Olds-Robb Student Recreation-Intramural Complex was constructed and dedicated in 1982 on the Eastern Michigan University campus in Ypsilanti, Michigan. It was named for Lloyd W. Olds, a graduate of Michigan State Normal College in 1916, who worked in the Department of Physical Education, coached the track team, and founded the Intramural program. He served as head of the Department of Physical Education from 1956 to 1963. The building was renovated in 1991. The name was changed to Olds-Robb Student Recreation-Intramural Complex in 1993, in acknowledgement of Richard Robb, a Board of Regents member and Rec/IM supporter.
Scope and Contents
The Olds-Robb Student Recreation-Intramural Complex was constructed and dedicated in 1982 on the Eastern Michigan University campus in Ypsilanti, Michigan. It was named for Lloyd W. Olds, a graduate of Michigan State Normal College in 1916, who worked in the Department of Physical Education, coached the track team, and founded the Intramural program. He served as head of the Department of Physical Education from 1956 to 1963. The building was renovated in 1991. The name was changed to Olds-Robb Student Recreation-Intramural Complex in 1993, in acknowledgement of Richard Robb, a Board of Regents member and Rec/IM supporter.
The Olds-Robb Student Recreation-Intramural Complex records include building dedication materials, business planning records, clippings, event and program brochures, facilities planning materials, membership materials, and the Rec-Im newsletter. The records are dated approximately 1977 to 2012.
Administrative Information
Publication Information
Eastern Michigan University Archives 2012 November 9
Halle Library, Room 310Ypsilanti, Michigan, 48197
734-487-0020
Conditions Governing Access note
Researchers are asked to request materials 24 hours prior to visiting the the University Archives.
Controlled Access Headings
Subject(s)
- Athletics.
- Building dedications.
- Buildings
- College sports
- Eastern Michigan University
Collection Inventory
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Building Dedication 16 October 1982
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Business Plan 2000-2001
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Clippings 1977-2012
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Event Brochures
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Facilities Planning and Administration 1983-1993
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Membership Brochures and Applications
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Rec-Im Newsletter 1983-1988
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