William F. Shuter papers

Collection

Identifier: 010.WFS

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

William F. Shuter was an emeritus professor from the Eastern Michigan University Department of English, Language, and Literature from 1968 until 2004. The majority of the William F. Shuter papers are research files dating from 1968 through 2004. They are arranged by topic including general research and writing, his research on Walter Pater, and his research on contemporary religion. The majority of the Research and Writing files consist of correspondence, research notes, publication information, and work completed as a college student. Also included in the collection are Shuter's 1954 yearbook from Brooklyn College and two engraved replicas of a pocket watch that Shuter was gifted for 30 years of teaching at EMU.

Dates

Creation: Majority of material found within 1954 - 2004

Creator

Shuter, William F. (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

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

Biographical / Historical

William F. Shuter was born on December 22, 1931 in Brooklyn, New York. He received his bachelor's and master's dregrees from Brooklyn University and his Ph.D. in English Literature from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He began teaching at EMU in 1968 and retired from the university in 2004. His scholarship focused mainly on Walter Pater and contemporary religion. Shuter died at his home in Ypsilanti, Michigan on September 5, 2005.

Extent

6.92 Linear Feet (14 archives boxes, 1 object)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Arrangement

The William F. Shuter papers are arranged into one series of Reserach and Writing. This series includes general research and writing files, as well as research, writing, and publications on both Walter Pater and contemporary religion.