This collection contains records of the Administrative Council at South Dakota State University and its predecessor, the Council of Deans. The materials consist primarily of meeting minutes documenting administrative procedures, institutional policy decisions, student disciplinary matters, and operational issues. A small amount of correspondence is included, mainly related to student readmissions and follow-up communication on council actions. The records span 1923 to 1961 and reflect the development of the university’s internal governance structure during this period.

The collection documents administrative decision-making at SDSU during a period of organizational growth and transition. The minutes provide evidence of how academic policies, campus regulations, and student matters were handled, while the correspondence offers context for specific actions. The materials are useful for research on university governance, administrative practices, and institutional responses to academic and student issues.

This collection includes a file on South Dakota State University’s 1987–1989 strategic plan, providing insight into institutional priorities and administrative decisions of the period. It offers context for understanding historical strategies and their long-term effects. The collection also contains an open house invitation for the retirement of Vice President Mike Reger, marking a leadership transition and acknowledging his contributions to the university.