OHSU Oral History Program records

Collection

Identifier: 2018-001

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The OHSU Oral History Program records date from 1997 to 2019 and consists of interview transcripts with accompanying documents and optical recordings when available, audio and video cassettes, notes, documentation, and correspondence pertaining to the program. Besides chronicling the stories of various health care professionals from an almost 100 year period, this collection gives insight into the inception, implementation, and conduct of an oral history program, which would prove valuable to future historians and archivists looking to create such a program of their own. Most transcripts are available online in OHSU's Digital Collections.

Dates

Creation: 1997-2019, undated

Creator

Oregon Health & Science University (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Some materials in this collection may be restricted due to the presence of protected health information (PHI) or other confidential information. Please contact Historical Collections & Archives for more details regarding access.

Oral histories are considered historical materials. They are the personal recollections and opinions of the individuals involved and, therefore, may contain offensive language, ideas or negative stereotypes reflecting the culture or language of a person, period or place. Oral histories should not serve as the sole source of information about an institution or particular historical events. These narratives should in no way be interpreted as the official history of Oregon Health & Science University, nor do they necessarily represent the views of the institution.

Conditions Governing Use

OHSU Historical Collections & Archives (HC&A) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections, however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with HC&A to determine if we can provide permission for use.

Historical Note

Oregon Health & Science University's Oral History Program has been an ongoing project since its inception in 1997. Its aim is to document the history of the institution and its programs, along with health sciences practices, through preserving the voices of health care professionals associated with the institution.

Extent

12.33 Linear Feet (15 Hollinger boxes, 12 flat boxes, 2 cartons)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The OHSU Oral History Program records consist of notes, documentation, and correspondence surrounding the program, along with interview transcripts and recordings in a variety of formats. Most transcripts are available online in OHSU's Digital Collections.