Sample, Steven B., 1940-2016
Person
Biographical Note
An electrical engineer who is known for his patents on various digital control panels including the touch pad on microwaves used all over the world, Sample (1940-2016) was the University's twelfth President (1982-1991). He led the University to greater levels of recognition, as reflected in UB's election to the prestigious Association of American Universities. After leaving the University at Buffalo in 1991 he became the tenth President of the University of Southern California. In 2001, Sample wrote The Contrarian's Guide to Leadership, which was voted as one of the top 10 business books of that year. In 2004, the Sample received the "Chancellor's Medal," the most prestigious award given by the University bestowed to individuals whose accomplishments have greatly added to the prestige of the city of Buffalo and often to the University as well.
Steven B. Sample appointment books
Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: 4-12-789
Abstract
10 volumes of University at Buffalo President Steven B. Sample's appointment books. Sample was President from 1982-1991.
Steven B. Sample inaugural files
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 4-12-773
Abstract
Inaugural files on University at Buffalo Steven B. Sample. Sample was President from 1982-1991.
Found in:
University Archives
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Steven B. Sample inaugural files
Steven B. Sample invention papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 4-12-1168
Abstract
This collection contains research, patent information, correspondence and other information regarding three inventions of University at Buffalo President Steven B. Sample: the Improved Perineometer; the Means for Controlling Formation of Vascular Plaque, Crystals, and Stones in Living Organisms; and the Self-contained Portable Device for Rendering Thermostatically Controlled Localized Thermotherapy. Also found in this collection are newspaper clippings regarding President Sample’s other...
Found in:
University Archives
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Steven B. Sample invention papers
Steven B. Sample photographs, Part I
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 4-12-969
Overview
Photographs of Steven B. Sample as University at Buffalo President, showing Sample at university events. Sample was President from 1982-1991.
Steven B. Sample photographs, Part II
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 4-12-1275
Abstract
Photographs of Steven B. Sample as University at Buffalo President, showing Sample at university events. Sample was President from 1982-1991.
Steven B. Sample speeches and remarks
Collection
Identifier: 4-12-1153
Abstract
This collection contains the speeches and remarks given by Steven B. Sample while president of the State University of New York at Buffalo. Sample was President from 1982-1991.