The Dean of the College records consist mostly of administrative documents related to student life outside of academics at Colgate University. They cover topics such as student government, discipline, admissions, advising, residential life, Greek life, campus activism, and extracurricular activities.

This collection includes meeting minutes, reports, correspondence, faculty committee records, and other administrative material. Subjects covered include academics and curricular changes, campus planning and finances, admissions, off-campus study, and experiences of Colgate faculty. Also included is a smaller amount of material addressing student demonstrations, discrimination, disciplinary issues, and fraternities.