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Summary
- Abstract:
- The Freda R. H. Martens Papers contain reports and papers about her work in higher education in both California and New York.
- Extent:
- 0.66 cubic ft.
- Language:
- English .
- Preferred citation:
Preferred citation for this material is as follows:
Identification of specific item, series, box, folder, Freda R. H. Martens Papers, 1961-1985. M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections and Archives, University Libraries, University at Albany, State University of New York (hereafter referred to as the Martens Papers).
Background
- Scope and Content:
The papers of Freda R. H. Martens include her reports and papers about higher education in California and New York. Her writings are usually about community colleges, but also include the state university system. Her thesis from Harvard University is also included in the collection as is the Final Report on the Governor's Task Force on Higher Education from New York State. This report was not written by Martens.
For related collections in the M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections and Archives consult the Education page of the Archives of Public Affairs and Policy.
- Biographical / Historical:
Freda Rose Hannah Barr Martens was born in Maryborough, Queensland, Australia to James Craig and Edith Bartlett- Barr. Martens emigrated to the United States in 1951 and became a naturalized citizen in 1954. Freda Martens received her teaching certification from Bishop Otter College at the University of Reading in 1942 and a diploma in geography from the University of London in 1946. She attended Oxford and later went on to receive an A.B. from Vassar College, and a masters form Columbia University in 1956. In addition, Martens received a doctoral degree form Harvard University in 1966. During the period of 1942-1949 Martens taught at various schools in England. She was the director of the Research Association at the State University of New York at Albany in 1966-1967 and was also in charge of instructional research at Dutchess County Community College in Poughkeepsie, New York. Martens was a scholar of and advocate for higher education as displayed through her publications.
Freda Martens was involved with educational and political organizations including the Association for Higher Education, League of Women Voters, Democratic Party, and others. She married Richard G. Martens in 1950 and had one daughter, Jessica.
- Acquisition information:
- All items in this manuscript group were donated to the University Libraries, M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections and Archives, before 1999.
- Processing information:
Processed in 2003 by Amy C. Schindler and Michelle Ann Palmer.
- Arrangement:
The collection is organized alphabetically. There are no series.
- Physical location:
- The materials are located onsite in the department.
Subjects
- Subjects:
- State University of New York SUNY, Central Administration
Education
Community colleges--New York (State)
Education--New York (State)
Higher education and state--New York (State)
Higher education and state--California.
Universities and colleges--New York (State)
Universities and colleges--California
Reports
Thesis
Comparison
Papers (document genres) - Names:
- State University of New York.
Martens, Freda R. H.
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Access
Using These Materials
- ACCESS:
- The archives are open to the public and anyone is welcome to visit and view the collections.
- RESTRICTIONS:
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Access to this record group is unrestricted.
- TERMS OF ACCESS:
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The researcher assumes full responsibility for conforming with the laws of copyright. Whenever possible, the M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections and Archives will provide information about copyright owners and other restrictions, but the legal determination ultimately rests with the researcher. Requests for permission to publish material from this collection should be discussed with the Head of Special Collections and Archives.
- PREFERRED CITATION:
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Preferred citation for this material is as follows:
Identification of specific item, series, box, folder, Freda R. H. Martens Papers, 1961-1985. M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections and Archives, University Libraries, University at Albany, State University of New York (hereafter referred to as the Martens Papers).