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University Archives, located in the Doe Annex of the Bancroft Library, is the official repository of historical records and memorabilia for the Berkeley campus, and contains tens of thousands of documents, photographs, records, and artifacts. For more information, contact the archivist at 642-2933. (Most records and photographs can also be looked up and reviewed in the reading room of the Bancroft Library.)

The Regional Oral History Office in the Doe Library contains transcripts of in-depth interviews with hundreds of notable and fascinating Californians, including many UC faculty, alumni, and administrators. Call 642-7395.

Blue and Gold Yearbooks can be found in the open stacks of the Main Library. Early editions, particularly those before World War II, contain much historical information and descriptions of the University.

Hall of Fame Room, Memorial Stadium, contains permanent records of the history and triumphs — including Olympic victories and NCAA championships — of Cal athletics, including sports from track and field to crew, rugby, tennis, and football. Trophies, artifacts, photographs, and equipment dating back a century are on display. The Hall of Fame is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. the first Thursday of each month. For more information, call 642-3839.

University History Seminar is a group that meets regularly in the Townsend Center for the Humanities to discuss topics in campus and University history. Faculty, staff, alumni, and students give presentations on special topics and research, and the group periodically publishes "Chapters in the History of the University of California." Call 643-9212 for more information.

A Cal History and Traditions Class is offered periodically through DeCal (Democratic Education at Cal). This student-initiated, for-credit class introduces students to the history and culture of the University and includes tours of the historic campus, Cal songs and spirit traditions, and talks by administrators, faculty, and alumni. For more information, call the de-cal office in Eshleman Hall at 642-9127.

Non-University Resources include the Berkeley Public Library history collection (Central Library), the Berkeley Historical Society and Museum, and the Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association.

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