Livingston Waddell Smith collection
Scope and Contents
This collection contains certificates and diplomas received by Livingston Waddell Smith from Washington and Lee University. They range in date from 1895-1902.
The certificates note Smith's proficiency in Latin, Mathematics, French, Modern Languages, German, Chemistry, English, and Physics. The diplomas include his B.A. (1896), M.A. (1898), and PhD (1902). Each diploma still has its ribbons.
Dates
- Creation: 1895-1902
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
The materials from Washington and Lee University Special Collections are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to U.S. Copyright law. The user assumes full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced materials. Any materials used should be fully credited with the source.
Biographical Note
Livingston Waddell Smith was born on May 30, 1876 in Rockbridge County, Virginia. He graduated from Washington and Lee University with a B.A. in 1896, an M.A. in 1898, and a PhD in 1902. Smith died on August 9, 1956 and is buried in Oak Grove Cemetery in Lexington, Va.
For more information about Doctor of Philosophy degree at W&L, see the 1901-1902 catalog, pages 45-46.
Extent
2.15 Linear Feet (two oversize folders)
Language of Materials
English
Latin
Subject
- Smith, Livingston Waddell (Person)
- Washington and Lee University (Organization)
- Washington and Lee University--Alumni and alumnae (Organization)
- Title
- Guide to the Livingston Waddell Smith collection
- Status
- Completed
- Date
- September 2024
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives Repository