The Papers of O.W. Qualley

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Collection Overview

Title: The Papers of O.W. Qualley

ID: LCA/RG15/Qualley, O

Primary Creator: Qualley, Orlando W. (1897-1988)

Extent: 4.2 Linear Feet. More info below.

Scope and Contents of the Materials

These materials consist of research material, administrative files, correspondence, and family memorabilia related to Orlando W. "Pip" Qualley. Of special note is a folder of papyrus fragments that are from 1st - 5th century AD.

Biographical Note

A member of the Luther College Class of 1918, Orlando W. "Pip" Qualley became part of both the faculty and the administration at Luther between his graduation in 1918 and his retirement in 1969. Qualley received his MA from the University of Michigan in 1923 and received his PhD from the University of Michigan in 1931. During his years of service to Luther, he held positions of Vice President, Dean, Professor of Classical Languages, Registrar, basketball coach and football coach. Qualley was the first to hold the position of Dean, serving from 1946-1964. He was also the first Luther Vice President, a position to which he was appointed in 1936. He was Registrar for two periods, first from 1942 to 1946, and again from 1950 to 1956. Qualley worked especially closely with President J. Wilhelm Ylvisaker to assert direction and policy for the college. Often described as a workaholic, he was known for his firmness, directness and drive. He encouraged high academic standards, and recruited a faculty devoted to education. After he stepped down from the office of Dean he returned to teaching for five years before retiring.

Administrative Information

Repository: Luther College Archives

Alternate Extent Statement: 8 boxes

Use Restrictions: Though we may hold the property rights, Luther College Archives does not hold the copyrights for all materials. Individuals may use materials for non-commercial, private use, but commercial users must secure permissions from the copyright holders and/or Luther College Archives to reproduce, publish, or quote protected materials and photographs. For more information about the Luther College copyright and fair use policy, please visit https://www.luther.edu/library/copyright

Preferred Citation: Cite unpublished materials: O.W. Qualley Papers, RG15 Manuscripts, Luther College Archives, Decorah, Iowa

Finding Aid Revision History:

6/15/24: Abby Bates updated copyright policy link.

11/25/19: EC updated the preferred citation.

Box and Folder Listing

Browse by Box:

[Box 1: Articles, Brochures, Publications, and Minutes (Faculty Council)],
[Box 2: News & Photos, 1954-1987],
[Box 3: Sources, Maps, 1881-1977],
[Box 4: Accomplishments, 1914-1988],
[Box 5: Minutes from Committee Meetings],
[Box 6: Personal Papers, 1877-1977],
[Box 7: Committee Information, 1943-1976],
[Box 8: Correspondence, 1924-1925],
[All]

Box 6: Personal Papers, 1877-1977

Folder 1: Inventory Processing Sheets, undated
Folder 2: Brochure on the Qualley Classics Symposium, April 1977
Folder 3: Personal Diary and Daybook of O.W. Qualley, 1918
Folder 4: Correspondence with Oscar Nybakken, 1948-1967
Folder 5: Correspondence with Mary Preus, 1964-1969
Folder 6: Correspondence with Enoch Peterson, 1947-1968
Folder 7: Correspondence with Michael Kumpf, 1968-1970
Folder 8: Collection of Latin Songs, 1924-1940
Folder 9: Correspondence with Rolfe Haatvedt, 1949-1967
Folder 10: Latin Worksheets, Tests, and Notes, 1962-1966
Folder 11: Greek Worksheets, Tests, and Notes, undated
Folder 12: Book. Evangelie Harmoni, 1896
Folder 13: Record of Location for "Political Corruption in Roman Administration From the Establishment of the Principate to 235 A.D." by Orlando Warren Qualley, 1997
Folder 14: Photograph of Tennis Team, 1906?
Folder 15: Correspondence, Family Lists, and Obituaries of Miss Lena Qualley, 1952-1953
Folder 16: Black and White Photograph of Miss Lena Qualley, 1901?
Folder 17: Photographs of Miss Lena Qualley, undated
Folder 18: School Announcements, 1911, undated
Folder 19: Scrapbook/Photo Album Pages of Lena Qualley, undated
Folder 20: Practical Arithmetic by Charles Davis, LL. D., 1877
Folder 21: Elementary Geometry by John C. Stone, A. M. and James F. Millis, A. M., 1910
Folder 22: Introductory Lessons in English Grammar by William H. Maxwell, M. A., 1888
Folder 23: Elements of Algebra by William J. Milne, PhD., LL.D., 1894
Folder 24: Introductory Geography by William Swinton, 1882
Folder 25: Granny's Story Box, 1890
Folder 26: Chronological Biography of O.W. Qualley's Association with Luther College, 1897-1981
Folder 27: Copy of Luther Alumnus with an Article about O.W. Qualley's Resignation, April 1963
Folder 28: Letter to Dr. O.W. Qualley from Robert Jenson, 15 July 1958
Folder 29: Photograph and Obituary of Miss Lena Qualley, 1953
Folder 30: Papyrus Fragments, 1st Century A.D.- 5th Century A.D.
Folder 31: Photocopies of Inscriptions, Title Pages, and Biography, undated
Folder 32: Correspondence and Photographs, 1926-1980, undated
Folder 33: Book 1. Volume of Letters to Dr. O.W. Qualley, 1967
Folder 34: Book 2. Volume of Letters to Dr. O.W. Qualley, 1967
Folder 35: Speeches Given by Dr. O.W. Qualley, 1940-1961
Folder 36: Family Obituaries and Funeral Services, 1988
Folder 37: Article from Encyclopedia Britannica on Pipen, February 1992