Vincent B. Wickwar papers
Content Description
Papers of Dr. Vincent Wickwar, physics professor at USU until 2022. Includes emails, published articles, papers, data and research files, faculty senate material, and photographs. Of note are Dr. Wickwar's work journals, which detail phone conversations, ideas, schedules and agendas, and often loose pages of work or correspondence. Also included are the many presentation materials and notes used in classes, conferences and workshops, and presentations about his extensive work with Lidar systems.
Some of the common acronyms contained in these materials include: ALO Atmospheric Lidar Observatory BLO Bear Lake Observatory CASS Center for Atmospheric and Space Sciences CEDAR Coupling Energetics and Dynamics of Atmospheric Regions FPI Fabry-Perot Inferometer LIDAR Light Detection and Ranging NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NSF National Science Foundation TIMED Thermosphere, Ionosphere, Mesosphere Energetics and Dynamics UARS Upper Atmosphere Research Satellite
Dates
- Creation: 1958-2022
Creator
- Wickwar, V. B. (Vincent B.) (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions on access, except: not available through interlibrary loan.
Conditions Governing Use
It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances.
Permission to publish material from the Vincent B. Wickwar papers must be obtained from the University Archivist and/or the Special Collections Section Head.
Biographical / Historical
Vincent Wickwar, a physicist renowned for his contributions to aeronomy (the scientific study of the physics and chemistry of the upper atmosphere of the Earth and other planets), served as a faculty member at Utah State University from 1988 until his death in 2022. Throughout his career, Wickwar conducted extensive research in the field, exploring the fundamental principles governing atmospheric phenomena. His work significantly advanced our understanding of the use of lidar (light detecting and ranging) systems to study the complex conditions of the Earth's uppermost atmosphere, earning him recognition among peers and scholars worldwide. Wickwar's impact extended beyond research; he was also known for his effective teaching methods, inspiring students to engage deeply with the complexities of physics. His tenure at Utah State University left a lasting legacy, characterized by both scholarly achievement and a dedication to educating future generations of scientists. See also Vincent B. Wickwar obituary
Extent
26 Linear Feet (50 boxes: 45 half letter, 3 quarter letter, 2 oversize)
5.1 Gigabytes
Language of Materials
English
French
Abstract
Papers of Dr. Vincent Wickwar, physics professor at USU until 2022. Includes professional papers, especially relating to his study of the Earth's upper atmosphere.
Arrangement
This collection is divided into ten series: I. Biographical or personal; II. Professional publications; III. Newspaper articles; IV. Correspondence and memoranda; V. Proposals; VI. Journals and workbooks; VII. University and professional service; VIII. Lab reports, notes, and assorted research; IX. A/V and digital materials; X. Conference and presentation materials. Where possible, original folder and file titles were retained.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Physical records were transferred from Dr. Wickwar's lab and office to the University Archivist in 2023. Email inbox sent to University Archivist by USU Central IT with the approval of the physics department chair, Dr. Jan Sojka
- Title
- Guide to the Vincent B. Wickwar papers
- Author
- Finding aid and register created by Katie Jenkins, Heather Housley, and Kelly Rovegno
- Date
- 2024
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives Repository
Merrill-Cazier Library
Utah State University
3000 Old Main Hill
Logan Utah 84322-3000 United States
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