Finding Aid for Jesse Edgar Ray Personal Papers, 1912-1969
Abstract
This collection includes biographical materials, correspondence, course materials, instructional materials, publications, lettering,
photographs, watercolor and oil paintings, and materials developed by students.
Subject
University of Wisconsin--Stout -- College teachers -- Industrial arts
Technical education
Bricklaying
Architecture
Art
Permanent Link
http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1793/81761Type
Other
Description
Jesse Edgar Ray was credited with being the only union bricklayer in the United States with a doctor's degree. Ray was a member of the Stout faculty for 45 years until his retirement in 1959. He served as professor of industrial education and head of the department of drafting; teaching courses in bricklaying, architectural drawing, machine drafting, freehand drawing and concrete working. Ray was a man of many talents and interests including architectural design, bricklaying, teaching, music, photography, lettering, drawing, and watercolor painting.