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Preferred Citation

Preferred citation: [Identification of item], Robert W. McAhren Records, WLU Coll. 0282, Special Collections and Archives, James G. Leyburn Library, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA

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Biographical / Historical

Robert W. McAhren was a faculty member in history department at Washington and Lee University from 1966-2005, Assistant Dean of the College from 1971-1973, and Associate Dean from 1973-1976.

Scope and Contents

These records include McAhren's involvement in Washington and Lee University's activities on three subjects: co-education (1970-1992); general education (1981-1983); and inclusiveness/diversity (1999-2002).

Subjects and Indexing Terms

• Coeducation
• Education -- Aims and objectives
• McAhren, Robert W. (Robert Willard)
• Minorities -- Education
• Washington and Lee University
• Washington and Lee University -- History