Material carried on the maiden flight of the space shuttle orbiter Discovery (STS 41D, August 30 – September 5, 1984) and publicity material associated with the mission.

Stephen J. Shawl was appointed Assistant Professor of Astronomy and Physics at the University of Kansas in 1972. His research interests have focused on globular cluster dust and optical observational astronomy. This collection includes records related to classes Shawl taught, professional correspondence, and records generally related to Shawl's career at the University of Kansas and his work in professional organizations.