These files consist primarily of correspondence that documents Cranbrook Educational Community (CEC) governmental activities, including the activities of various CEC boards. The President’s files also document the internal activities of the President’s office, including executive employee searches, presidential speeches, and internal memoranda. Presidential correspondence includes alumni contacts and fund-raising activities. Included here, too, are the files associated with Dr. Martin’s inaugural celebration.

SERIES I: Office Files (1980-1984) includes: Cranbrook Educational Community Files Subseries (1980-1984) Cranbrook Academy of Art Subseries (1980-1983) Cranbrook Institute of Science Files Subseries(1981-1983) Cranbrook Schools Subseries (1980-1983). SERIES II: Subject Files (1980-1984)

SERIES III: CEC Governance (1980-1984)

Important correspondents named in this collection include: Michael Ilitch, Joseph L. Hudson, Jr., and U.S. Senator Alan K. Simpson.

Important subjects covered in this collection include: Cranbrook/Kingswood World Affairs Seminar, The Great Renovation, Cranbrook Writers’ Conference, and the Vaughan School Lease Agreement.