This series contains documents concerning the founding the university, from 1969 to 1973. This includes the first discussions of the university founders concerning the creation of a senior level college in Tyler, as well as legislative work to found the university.
Submissions from 1980
H.J. McKenzie oral history--creating Tyler State College, University of Texas at Tyler
Submissions from 1973
Tyler State College Credit-in-Escrow Plan, Archives Account
Plans for Creating Tyler State College, University of Texas at Tyler
Second Brief History of Tyler State College's Earliest Days, University of Texas at Tyler
Tyler State College Statement of Purpose, University of Texas at Tyler
Submissions from 1972
Certificate of Incorporation of Tyler State College Educational Foundation Inc., University of Texas at Tyler
Introduction Remarks Concerning Tyler State College and Dr. Stewart, University of Texas at Tyler
Reception Remarks at Harvey Hall, University of Texas at Tyler
Submissions from 1971
Brief History of Tyler State College's Earliest Days, University of Texas at Tyler
Comprehensive Justification for the Creation of Tyler State College, University of Texas at Tyler
Senate Bill No. 419. Act Creating Tyler State College, University of Texas at Tyler
Submissions from 1969
Additional Recommendations on Tyler, Laredo, Texarkana, and Other Areas, University of Texas at Tyler
Proceedings of Hearing in House Bill No. 1024, University of Texas at Tyler
Submissions from 1968
Remarks of Rep. Billy Williamson Before the Coordinating Board, Texas College and University System, University of Texas at Tyler
Second Draft of Rep. Williamson's Remarks to the Coordinating Board of the Texas College and University System, University of Texas at Tyler