1 box 2.5 linear inches
Last Updated: 1996/07/15

Agency History/Biographical note:
Joanne V. Creighton was born in Marinette, Wisconsin, and holds degrees from the University of Wisconsin, Harvard University and the University of Michigan. A professor of English, she held teaching and administrative posts at Wayne State University and the University of North Carolina. From 1990 to 1995 she was professor of English, served as Provost of the College and became the first woman Vice President, and, later, Interim President, of Wesleyan University. In 1996 she assumed the Presidency of Mount Holyoke College. Much of her scholarly work and teaching has focused on Margaret Drabble and Joyce Carol Oates.

Scope and Content:
The records of Joanne V. Creighton contain professional information including correspondence (1996- ) concerning a Staff Council, Faculty Forum, etc.; writings (1996- ), including her Convocation address; inauguration materials, consisting of invitations, programs and clippings; and biographical materials including clippings and press releases regarding her Presidential appointment.

Cite as: Office of the President, Joanne V. Creighton Records, Mount Holyoke College Archives and Special Collections, South Hadley, MA.

Access Restrictions: Records restricted to use by office/department of origin for 25 years from date of record creation 

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