Scope of Collection

The archives is dedicated to preserving the history of Ripon College from its inception to the present. It contains yearbooks, college newspapers, photographs, manuscripts, letters and other types of materials and publications related to college history.

Definition & Use of Materials

Archival material includes any historic record or document of or pertaining to Ripon College adjudged worthy of permanent preservation for reference and research.

Materials available in the Archives are subject to copyright law with respect to photo duplication and publication.

Researchers are asked to respect the material by handling it correctly and carefully, using only pencil while researching, and not having food or drink nearby while working on documents.  Because many archival materials are fragile and are damaged by photocopying, users should assume that they will not be allowed to duplicate items and plan accordingly.

Staffing & Support

The Archives may be reached via email at prellwitza@ripon.edu or by phone at (920) 748-8752.

Like the Library, the Archives provides primary support to currently enrolled students, current faculty, administrators and staff. In addition the Archives supports Ripon College alumni, former faculty and staff, and others to the extent possible.

Location and Access

The Archives is located in Room 412, on the fourth floor of the Ripon College Library. The Ripon College Archives is open from 8 am-5pm Monday-Friday during the school year and 8am-4pm during the summer.  Call and make your appointment to visit the Archives (920) 748-8752.

All materials in the collection must be used in the archives department.

Fees

The Ripon College Archives charges for research services. There is a $10.00 fee for up to 2 hours of staff research time. This fee is waived for alumni.

Under normal circumstances the cost of shipping and handling is covered by the $10.00 research fee. However, the Ripon College Archives reserves the right to charge additional postage for larger shipments.

Fees for scanning photographs:

• $1.00 per scan, per item
• $2.00 per black and white print on photo paper
• $3.00 per color print on photo paper

For information on the Ripon College Museum, see http://www.ripon.edu/library/archives/guides/museum.htm