L. Jackson Newell audiovisual collection
Collection
Identifier: A0927
Abstract
This collection contains the professional and personal history of L. Jackson Newell. Many of these items contain interviews between Newell and his collegues at the University of Utah and Deep Spring Colleges.
Dates
- 1964-2012
Creator
- Newell, L. Jackson, 1938- (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Materials must be used on-site; no use of original material, access copies will be made available for viewing. Five business days advanced notice required. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law, condition of the material, or by donor.
Conditions Governing Use
It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances.
Permission to publish material from the L. Jackson Newell must be obtained from the Special Collections Multimedia Archivist.
Permission to publish material from the L. Jackson Newell must be obtained from the Special Collections Multimedia Archivist.
Biographical Note
s an avid student, L. Jackson Newell has pursued a lifelong committed journey to social ethics and educational philosophies. Beginning with his master’s degree at Duke University, Newell has studied the history and philosophy of colleges and university. He received his M.A. in American and European history followed by his doctorate in the history and philosophy of American and European universities. His education was only the beginning of his involvement in the world of study.
Starting in 1974, Newell played a key role at the University of Utah by designing a liberal arts and science program that spanned the campus. His involvement with the Liberal Education Program created a national acclaim because of its interdisciplinary nature and creativity in many aspects of the program. Until 1990, Newell was involved with this program, launching two professorships, the McMurrin Professorship for visiting scholars and the University Professorship for the University of Utah faculty. The McMurrin Professorship, endowed by O.C. Tanner in 1980, was created in the name of Professor McMurrin, a prominent figure at the University of Utah. This professorship brings a scholar of recognized stature to enrich education and discourse.
After leaving the University of Utah, Newell, soon after, became a part of Deep Springs, a two year undergraduate college in California. Having completed his undergraduate here, he became involved during a time of struggle at the college to revitalize the once strong school. Deep Springs is noted for its strong community ties that intertwine education and hard work. Founded by L.L. Nunn, a person of interest for Newell, the school was built on the three pillars of academics, labor, and self-governance. As a part of this community, Newell helped reestablish the strong ties to education through financial stability and renovation of college.
Beyond his teaching career, L. Jackson Newell has been a part of multiple voluntary organizations. He worked with the Bennion Center for Community Service as well as acted as an advisor for academic leaders at universities worldwide. He has won awards such as the Deep Springs Medal for exemplary service to humanity, the Joseph Katz award for the Advancement of Learning, the Hatch Prize for Teaching and the Distinguished Honors Professor Award at the University of Utah. Among his many awards for teaching and volunteering, Newell has also published a multitude of written works on education including a biographical study of Sterling McMurrin, the above named professor. In Matters of Conscience: Conversations with Sterling McMurrin on Philosophy, Education, and Religion, he explores Sterling McMurrin as United States Commissioner of Education during John F. Kennedy’s presidency. L. Jackson Newell has provided a large amount of work to the world over the years through his volunteering efforts, his teaching valor, and his written word.
Currently, Newell is Professor Emeritus at the University of Utah and President Emeritus at Deep Springs College. He also serves on the boards for the Utah Humanities Council, the Tanner Lectures on Human Values, the McMurrin Lectures, and the Virgin River Land Preservation Association. His commitment to his community and education has left a collection of various audio visual artifacts that speak to the magnitude of work he has done during his career in education leadership.
More information on L. Jackson Newell can be found on hiswebsite.
Starting in 1974, Newell played a key role at the University of Utah by designing a liberal arts and science program that spanned the campus. His involvement with the Liberal Education Program created a national acclaim because of its interdisciplinary nature and creativity in many aspects of the program. Until 1990, Newell was involved with this program, launching two professorships, the McMurrin Professorship for visiting scholars and the University Professorship for the University of Utah faculty. The McMurrin Professorship, endowed by O.C. Tanner in 1980, was created in the name of Professor McMurrin, a prominent figure at the University of Utah. This professorship brings a scholar of recognized stature to enrich education and discourse.
After leaving the University of Utah, Newell, soon after, became a part of Deep Springs, a two year undergraduate college in California. Having completed his undergraduate here, he became involved during a time of struggle at the college to revitalize the once strong school. Deep Springs is noted for its strong community ties that intertwine education and hard work. Founded by L.L. Nunn, a person of interest for Newell, the school was built on the three pillars of academics, labor, and self-governance. As a part of this community, Newell helped reestablish the strong ties to education through financial stability and renovation of college.
Beyond his teaching career, L. Jackson Newell has been a part of multiple voluntary organizations. He worked with the Bennion Center for Community Service as well as acted as an advisor for academic leaders at universities worldwide. He has won awards such as the Deep Springs Medal for exemplary service to humanity, the Joseph Katz award for the Advancement of Learning, the Hatch Prize for Teaching and the Distinguished Honors Professor Award at the University of Utah. Among his many awards for teaching and volunteering, Newell has also published a multitude of written works on education including a biographical study of Sterling McMurrin, the above named professor. In Matters of Conscience: Conversations with Sterling McMurrin on Philosophy, Education, and Religion, he explores Sterling McMurrin as United States Commissioner of Education during John F. Kennedy’s presidency. L. Jackson Newell has provided a large amount of work to the world over the years through his volunteering efforts, his teaching valor, and his written word.
Currently, Newell is Professor Emeritus at the University of Utah and President Emeritus at Deep Springs College. He also serves on the boards for the Utah Humanities Council, the Tanner Lectures on Human Values, the McMurrin Lectures, and the Virgin River Land Preservation Association. His commitment to his community and education has left a collection of various audio visual artifacts that speak to the magnitude of work he has done during his career in education leadership.
More information on L. Jackson Newell can be found on hiswebsite.
Extent
206 Audiocassette
79 DVD
42 VHS
19 CD
31 Super 8mm film
7 8mm film
7 Microcassette
1 Mini DV
8 Floppy disk
1 U-matic
Language of Materials
English
Arrangement
Arranged by order in box.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated by L. Jackson Newell in 2014.
Processing Information
Processed by Alisa Garcia in 2014.
Creator
- Newell, L. Jackson, 1938- (Person)
- Title
- Guide to the L. Jackson Newell Audio-Visual Collection 1964-2012
- Author
- Finding aid created by Ellyx Jolley
- Date
- ©
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- Finding aid encoded in English in Latin script.
Repository Details
Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository
Contact:
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City Utah 84112 United States
801-581-8863
special@library.utah.edu
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City Utah 84112 United States
801-581-8863
special@library.utah.edu