The Warren M. Washington Collection: Scope and Contents
Overview
The archival papers of Warren M. Washington, covering the period 1963-2014, document his scientific, professional, and advisory activities, as well as his significant contributions to diversity issues, particularly the enhancement of opportunities for people of color in science. The Warren M. Washington Papers are housed at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) Archives in Boulder, Colorado. Researchers wishing to use the collection are encouraged to contact the NCAR Archives for more information.
Description of the Collection
These papers document the career of Warren M. Washington, whose research has focused on atmospheric computer models and climate research. Included are records that trace his work on issues of diversity in science and his longtime role in numerous professional committees and organizations, as well as advisor role to many governmental agencies and programs.
His contributions to the field of atmospheric science are described in extensive files of correspondence, memoranda, reports, speeches, lectures, articles and manuscript drafts, teaching materials, notes and calculations, clippings, awards, publications, film, and photographs.
Location of collection:
National Center for Atmospheric Research Archives, PO Box 3000, Boulder, CO 80307-3000.
Title and dates of collection:
Warren Morton Washington Papers, 1960-2007
Size of collection:
40 cartons
Papers created by:
Warren M. Washington
Provenance:
The papers of Warren M. Washington were given to the UCAR Archives by Warren M. Washington over the period 1987-2007.
Preferred citation:
Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Container number, folder number, Warren M. Washington Papers, Archives, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, Boulder, Colorado.
Copyright status:
The status of copyright in the unpublished writings of Warren M. Washington is governed by the Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17, U.S.C.).
Restrictions on use and access:
Access to this collection is open, although there are some materials that are restricted. Researchers must request permission from the UCAR archivist to use those materials.
Short description of collection:
These papers document the career of Warren M. Washington, whose research has focused on climate research, specializing in computer modeling of the earth's climate. Included are records documenting his work on issues of diversity in science, and his longtime role in numerous professional committees and organizations, as well as advisor to many governmental agencies and programs.
His contributions to the field of atmospheric science are described in extensive files of correspondence, publications, reports, conferences and seminars, committee records, motion picture films, oral history interviews, and other materials.-->
Collection Guides
Warren M. Washington Papers
American Meteorological Society (AMS) Oral History Project
NCAR/UCAR Oral History Collection