LaPorta (Esther) Donor Relations records, 1938-1999

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Summary

Title:
Esther LaPorta Donor Relations records
Dates:
1938-1999
Creators:
LaPorta, Esther
Abstract:
These records include Esther LaPorta's research materials about the University of San Diego founding, interview transcripts for Author and Marge Hughes, and Capital Campaign materials. Research materials include copies of correspondence between Bishop Charles Buddy and members of the Nolan family as well as between Bishop Buddy and Mother Rosalie Hill.
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

[Folder Title], Box # Folder #, Esther LaPorta Donor Relations records, Copley Library, University of San Diego, Archives and Special Collections.

Background

Scope and content:

Esther LaPorta collected these records during her tenure at the University of San Diego. LaPorta gathered historical records about the founding of USD to provide context during donor events. Correspondence between Bishop Charles Buddy and Mother Rosalie Hill, for example, were used to construct the narrative for the 1999 President's Dinner. Correspondence between Bishop Charles Buddy and members of the Nolan family, articles and manuscripts written about the founding of the San Diego College for Women and the early history of the University of San Diego, and records pertaining to President Author Hughes are also included. Of particular significance are interview transcripts of Author and Marge Hughes. These interviews were conducted in March of 1995 as the Hughes' were preparing to retire from the University.

Documents pertaining to the University of San Diego Capital Campaign, as well as artifacts used to recognize significant donors are also included in these records. Capital Campaign records include reports and evaluations of the campaign.

The bulk of these records are photocopies. The location of the originals is unknown.

Biographical / historical:

Esther LaPorta served in a variety of roles during her 16 years at the University of San Diego, with particular focus on fundraising and donor relations. Her tenure includes:

  • Assistant Campaign Director Capital Programs, 1990-1992
  • Director of Corporate Relations, 1992-1995
  • Director of Donor Relations, 1995-2000
  • Executive Director of Development, 2001-2002
  • Associate VP of University Relations, 2004-2006
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Acquisition information:
Gift of Esther LaPorta.
Processing information:

Initial processing of this collection was conducted by Tessie Camina in 2012. Further processing was conducted by Ashley Toutain in 2017.

Arrangement:

These records are arranged chronologically into three series:

Series I. University History Research

Series II. Capital Campaign

Series III. Artifacts

Physical description:
3 boxes, (1.5 linear feet)
Rules or conventions:
Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: a Content Standard

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid prepared by Ashley Toutain
Date Prepared:
© 2017
Date Encoded:

Access and use

Restrictions:

These records are open for research.

Preferred citation:

[Folder Title], Box # Folder #, Esther LaPorta Donor Relations records, Copley Library, University of San Diego, Archives and Special Collections.

Location of this collection:
5998 Alcalá Park
San Diego, CA 92110 2492, US
Contact:
(619) 260-2730
spcoll@sandiego.edu
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