The Scope and Contents of the Warren M. Washington Archives Collection

Overview

The papers of Warren M. Washington, covering the period 1963-2007, 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 collection includes correspondence, memoranda, reports, speeches and lectures, articles and manuscript drafts, teaching materials, notes and calculations, clippings, awards, publications, motion picture film, photographs, oral histories, and other materials.

Description of the Collection

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The status of copyright in the unpublished writings of Warren M. Washington is governed by the Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17, U.S.C.).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.