Robb, Seymour, 1901-1961
Dates
- Existence: 1901 - 1961
Biographical Note
Seymour Robb succeeded Brown in 1947. In an effort to correct some of the deficiencies of the library, Robb called for a library survey. Funds were received in 1949 for a survey to be conducted by Maurice Tauber of Columbia University Library School and William Jesse of the University of Tennessee Library. Their conclusions led to immediate improvement in funding for the library. Beginning in 1951, funds were sought from various sources for the construction of a new library building. Carol M. Newman Library was completed in 1955. After fourteen years of service, Robb died in office in 1961.
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Seymour Robb, Portrait
Photographic portrait, Seymour Robb (1901-1961) Library Director (1947-1961)
Records of the Virginia Tech University Libraries
This collection includes minutes, correspondence, meeting notes, and more from departments, committees, and individuals in the Virginia Tech University Libraries.