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EMU Huron Restoration Alumni Chapter baseball cap, pre 1991

 Item — Object: 1

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Huron Restoration records include materials pertaining to the controversial 1991 decision by the Eastern Michigan University President and Board of Regents to change the mascot from Hurons, which was decided to be racially insensitive to the Eagles. The collection includes materials pertaining to the history of the Huron mascot, proposals for a new mascots, as well as relevant clippings, news releases, and correspondence.

Materials in the collection date from 1929-2008, with the bulk of this material dating from 1991 to 1992. The Huron Restoration records have been divided into two series: Hurons mascot and Eagles mascot.

The Hurons mascot series includes correspondence, memorabilia, Board of Regents materials, and clippings pertaining to the Hurons mascot and its proposed change.

The Eagles mascot series includes contents from the Eastern Michigan University Logo Committee, including selection materials, as well as proposals for new mascots, an essay from University President William E. Shelton defending the Eagles mascot, as well as proposed logo designs, correspondence, and clippings.

Dates

  • Creation: pre 1991

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Researchers are asked to request materials 24 hours prior to use through the University Archives.

Extent

0.3 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Eastern Michigan University Archives Repository

Contact:
Bruce T. Halle Library, Room 310
955 West Circle Drive
Ypsilanti Michigan 48197
734-487-2673