NSU’s Centennial History Book to be released in November

NSUs Centennial History Book to be released in November

TAHLEQUAHAdvance sales begin this week during Homecoming 2009 activities for the hardcover commemorative history book that tells the story of Northeastern State University.

Scheduled for release in late November, Roots from the Cherokees, Promises for Our Future: The Chronicle of Northeastern State University covers 180 years of history, from the institutions 19th century origins through the 2009 Centennial Celebration.

Filled with photographs, iconic images and personal memories, the book illustrates a timeline dating back more than a century, and is based on the official history of the institution written by Dr. Brad Agnew, NSU professor of History, in tribute to the 2009 Centennial Celebration.

The books text is an adaptation of the institutions full historical narrative, which is available online at http://library.nsuok.edu/digital/nsucentennialhistory/.

Photographs and memorabilia were provided by NSU Archives, under the direction of University Archivist Victoria Sheffler, as well as the Oklahoma Historical Society and personal collections. The book is dedicated to those who laid the foundation and maintained the educational tradition pioneered by the Cherokees, and begins with an introduction written by Dr. Don Betz, NSU president.

These pages are intended to be more than a record of the passage of time and events, Betz said. Through stunning photography, noteworthy historical events and colorful anecdotes, we have strived to capture the hearts, dedication and spirit of Northeastern State University and the wonderful people who have inspired our living legacy of learning.

Cost for the hardcover edition is $35 each, plus shipping and handling. Copies can be purchased in advance during Homecoming or reserved online at www.nsualumni.com, and will be available at the RiverHawk Shoppe and the NSUBA Bookstore following publication. For more information, contact the Office of Communications and Marketing at 918-444-2880.

10/21/2009

Published: 2009-10-21 00:00:00