David W. E. Baird papers

Collection

Identifier: 1998-002

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection consists of news articles, photographs, publications, reports, policies, and correspondence from Baird’s time as Associate Dean until his retirement.

Dates

1920-1987
Majority of material found within 1941 - 1968

Creator

Baird, David W. E., 1898-1974 (Creator, Person)

Restrictions on Access

There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.

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.

Biographical Note

David W. E. Baird was born in Baker, Oregon in 1898 and graduated from the University of Oregon Medical School in 1926. He became associate dean of the School of Medicine in 1937 and succeeded Richard B. Dillehunt as dean of the medical school in 1943, a post he held until he retired in 1968. He was responsible for the administration of the Oregon Primate Center that opened in 1960, and was also a member of the Portland Clinic staff. He died 1974 July 28.

Extent

1 Linear Feet (2 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

David W. E. Baird graduated from the University of Oregon Medical School in 1926. He served as Associate Dean, and then Dean of the School of Medicine from 1943 to 1968, was responsible for the administration of the Oregon Primate Center, and a member of the Portland Clinic staff. This collection consists of news articles, photographs, publications, reports, policies, and correspondence from Baird’s time as Associate Dean until his retirement.