This series consists of the administrative correspondence of Deans Harold F. Landrith, James E. Matthews, and Gordon W. Gray; memoranda, newsletters, reports and other publications. It includes the files of various committees, departmental meetings, and departmental self-studies.

Writer and professional consultant Joseph C. Ellers conducted a series of research interviews in the mid 1980s for his book "Getting To Know Clemson University Is Quite An Education: Determination Makes Dreams Come True."

The interviews focus on key events that shaped the progress and development of Clemson University during the presidency of Robert C. Edwards (1958-1979).