Prakken, Lawrence W.- Papers. 1950-1977. 1.5 cubic feet.
Lawrence W. Prakken (1909-1987) was one of the original Board of Control members appointed
by the State of Michigan in 1950. He remained on the board until 1977, serving both
as chair and vice-chair. The owner of Prakken Publications, Prakken was a University
of Michigan graduate. He served Ferris through presidential searches, the founding
of the College of Optometry and numerous construction projects. The papers contain
correspondence and programs relating to his involvement in Board activities, and a
folder of photographs of Ferris events.