Pat Faherty Diary collection , 2020


Summary Information
Title: Pat Faherty Diary collection
Inclusive Dates: 2020

Creator:
  • Faherty, Pat.
Call Number: UWM Manuscript Collection 367

Quantity: .06 cubic ft. (1 book box)
Repository:
Archival Location:
UW-Milwaukee Libraries, Archives / Milwaukee Area Research Ctr. (Map)

Abstract:
The entire collection consists of one mixed materials journal written by Faherty during the 2020 COVID-19 lockdowns in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Faherty describes her experiences and feelings during that period.

Language: English

URL to cite for this finding aid: http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-mil-uwmmss0367
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Biography/History

Pat Faherty graduated from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee in 1983 with a medical technology bachelor of science degree. She then obtained her computer science master of science degree from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee in 2004. While writing the diary, Faherty was working for Advocate Aurora with the beaker lab system. This work involved assisting with COVID-19 test records and creating hematology and fluid COVID-19 tests.

Scope and Content Note

The diary was originally intended for Faherty's grandchildren. It documents Faherty's experiences with COVID-19 testing, employment with Advocate Aurora, lockdowns, and other Milwaukee experiences in 2020. Faherty also describes experiences of her family members, including hospitalization, the Ruby Princess cruise near Sydney, Australia, and teaching English in China.

Arrangement of the Materials

The diary is kept in a book box with other single-folder collections.

Preferred Citation

Citation Guide for Primary Sources

Administrative/Restriction Information
Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions on the materials, and the collection is open to all members of the public in accordance with state law.


Use Restrictions

The researcher assumes full responsibility for conforming with the laws of libel, privacy, and copyright which may be involved in the use of this collection (Wisconsin Statutes 19.21-19.39).


Acquisition Information

Pat Faherty donated the collection on November 9th, 2020.


Processing Information

Derek S. Webb processed the collection in 2020. The EAD was created by Laura K. N. Jones on December 15th, 2022.


Contents List
UWM Manuscript Collection 367
Folder   14
Pat Faherty Diary, 2020