Matt Richardson showcases a College of Business enrollment brochure from the early 1940s
Last week the C. T. Bauer College of Business hosted their third annual Gold & Silver Cougar Alumni Luncheon, where current Bauer students mixed and mingled with graduates from 25 and 50 years ago.
The University of Houston Special Collections contributed to the festivities as University Archivist Mary Manning and Program Manager Matt Richardson attended the reunion, showcasing a veritable mobile museum of artifacts documenting the history of the C. T. Bauer College of Business as well as the storied history of the university. Pulled from a number of collections in the University Archives, the tabletop displays prominently featured the Bauer College of Business Records and UH Photographs Collection, including old College of Business brochures advertising various focuses of study (including Air Stewardess training!), photographs and documents chronicling the construction and dedication of Melcher Hall, commencement programs from the 1964 and 1989 classes being honored, as well as yearbooks and various items showcasing UH Traditions (like Frontier Fiesta) and athletics milestones (like the Game of the Century).
A rare treat indeed to see these gems away from their cloistered confines in the Special Collections Reading Room and those in attendance seemed most appreciative as they strolled down memory lane.
Bauer alumni and guests enjoying artifacts from the University Archives
When asked about their involvement in reunion events like these, Mary Manning replied, “University Archives loves to be involved in alumni events. We love to show off all the great documents, photographs, and artifacts we have in our collections. Our materials remind alumni of their time at UH, and University Archives staff always learn something new about the history of UH from alumni—sometimes it even leads to alumni donating their memorabilia to the archives. It is a win-win situation. And a lot of fun!”
More pictures of the Bauer Gold and Silver Cougar Luncheon can be viewed here. All of the artifacts mentioned above, and more, are available for study with a simple trip to Special Collections.