Exploring the Archives: A Case of Academic Freedom

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Date/Time:Thursday, 06 Apr 2017 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Location:Parks Library
Cost:Free
URL:https://training.ehs.iastate.edu/IowaSU/site/
Contact:
Phone:515-294-6117
Channel:University Library
Categories:Training, development
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Examine an interesting time in Iowa State's history through the archives. Seating is limited. Preregistration is required. Register through Learn at ISU: Library Workshops catalog. Key word: LIB. If you need disability accommodations, please contact Jody Kalvik in advance.

During the 1940s the Iowa State campus was embroiled in a bitter feud over the recommendation that oleomargarine could be a suitable substitute for butter in the homes of Iowa families. Explore this unique moment in Iowa State's history through an examination of primary source materials from Special Collections and University Archives and discover how activities like this can be used in classes to develop analytical thinking skills.