Eastern Special Collections & Archives (ESCA)

Library & Learning Commons

The Lee Reading Room (LLC 108) and the ESCA Workroom (LLC 103) are home to the Library & Learning Common's non-circulating collections related to local and university history. While its holdings include published items, much of the collection is unpublished and primary source material. There are a variety of items available in-house and online.

Lee Reading Room

ESCA MISSION

To preserve and make accessible the history of the institution and the impact it has on our community and region through records, histories, and objects.

Come enjoy our little piece of history!

Contact

Aimee Lauritsen

Aimee Lauritsen

Archives & Special Collections / LLC Building Manager

Library & Learning Commons

Phone: (435) 613-5646
Office Location: Price, LLC 102

Hours

Walk-Ins Welcome
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

By Appointment
(435) 613-5646  |  aimee.lauritsen@usu.edu 

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COLLECTION
SCOPE

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COLLECTION
DESCRIPTIONS

WWII MEMORIAL
ROLL

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YEARBOOK
COLLECTIONS

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NIGHTHAWK
REVIEW

LEE
COLLECTION

Lee Reading Room Rules

  • No food or drink allowed.
  • Please notify staff if items are needed for viewing.
  • When working with foldered materials, only one folder may be removed from the box at a time. Preserve the existing order of any unbound materials.
  • Patron photography of materials is typically allowed but cannot be done without prior approval from staff.

Access

The USU Eastern Library & Learning Commons promotes access to its collections in accordance with the principles of open access, intellectual freedom, and privacy. Materials are made available for research, teaching, and public engagement while respecting legal and ethical considerations, including copyright and donor restrictions. Access may be subject to specific protocols and procedures established by the Eastern Library & Learning Commons.