The University Archives and Manuscript Collection at the University of Lousiana at Lafayette. University Collections, Manuscripts, and Rare Books.
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đïž Did You Know?
A single reel of microfilm can preserve thousands of pages of historical records while taking up very little space.
Explore newspapers, government records, university archives, and Louisiana history through Dupré Library's microfilm and microfiche collections.
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Jun 5
Which of these formats do you remember using?
Explore six milestones in the evolution of audiovisual media and discover how each helped preserve our history.
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May 1
Discover your roots in our Genealogy Collection at the Jefferson Caffery Reading Room.
Strong in Cajun ancestry, if you have a Cajun surname, youâll likely find family connections here. Start with Rev. Donald Hebertâs books and explore church, DAR, and Confederate records.
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Apr 17
New in the Jefferson Caffery Reading Room, a Nursing Department wheelchair from the SLI era (1920sâ1950s).
A glimpse into past medical care, and how far itâs come.
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Apr 17
New in the Jefferson Caffery Reading Room, a Nursing Department wheelchair from the SLI era (1920sâ1950s).
A glimpse into past medical care, and how far itâs come.
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Mar 20
Inside The Vermilion, we found The Squirmilion, a 1930s satirical student paper at UL Lafayette.
A reminder that even 90 years ago, students used humor to navigate campus life.
Some things never change.
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Mar 6
Did you know? đŒđ
Before smartphones, football games were recorded on VHS so teams could review their plays. Our archives preserve historic UL Lafayette game tapes, and you can watch them in our reading room!
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Jan 30
In honor of our current Lap Desk exhibit, here are some fun facts that examine the practical uses, design features, and technological significance of lap desks in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Jan 16
Discover 18thâ19th century lap desks donated by UL Lafayette alumnus George Newton. These portable writing boxes, made from fine woods with concealed compartments, are exhibited in Special Collections and are freely available for viewing through July 2026.
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19 Dec 2025
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from UL Special Collections! đâš
Weâll be closed Dec 20, 2025âJan 4, 2026, and reopen Jan 5.
Beautiful artwork by our student aides Vivian & Avery, great job!
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21 Nov 2025
Have any questions about Special Collections? We got answers!
Whether youâre a first-time researcher, a student working on a project, or a community member curious about our archives, our Special Collections FAQs are here to guide you!
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7 Nov 2025
Visiting Special Collections?
Discover Louisiana history & Cajun culture â and help protect it!
Special Collections Checklist:
To start your research journey, call (337) 482-6031 or fill out the âMake an Appointmentâ form on the DuprĂ© Library website under Special Collections.
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31 Oct 2025
Dr. Zachary G. Stein will join co-author Dr. Michael S. Martin at the Louisiana Book Festival in Baton Rouge to discuss University of Louisiana at Lafayette, a pictorial journey through 125 years of UL history.
Nov. 1 | 9:00â9:45 AM
LA State Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room
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24 Oct 2025
Come visit us in Special Collections on the 3rd Floor after Academic Trick-or-Treating! Explore our archives and see if you can uncover any of DuprĂ© Libraryâs haunted secrets, you never know what surprises are waiting inside the pages of a book!
Thursday, October 30, 2025
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3 Oct 2025
Book signing with Dr. Zack Stein and Dr. Michael Martin in the Jefferson Caffery Reading Room Monday, Oct. 13, 2025 between 5pm - 7pm.
Come and stop by!
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26 Sep 2025
Did You Know?
You canât check out Special Collections, but you can photograph or scan materials! Protecting the originals while giving you access.
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19 Sep 2025
UL Lafayetteâs first yearbook, LâAcadien, was published in 1912. Today, these volumes connect generations as families and alumni discover their roots in the Universityâs story.
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12 Sep 2025
Looking for Louisiana history or genealogy? Our Polk Directories are a hidden gem, packed with names, addresses, occupations & more. Covering major cities from 1946â2000s, theyâre a powerful tool to uncover someone or somewhere specific in Louisiana. #Genealogy #LouisianaHistory
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5 Sep 2025
Calling all Louisiana Veterans!
Special Collections is creating the collection "Louisiana Veterans: Oral History." Share your story & help preserve history for future generations.
speccoll@louisiana.edu or (337) 482-6031
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29 Aug 2025
This graph shows the Universityâs journey up to 1975, when it was known as USL. The milestones come from a "USL Sustaining Fund" pamphlet celebrating its growth, now preserved in our archives.
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