University of Alberta Archives: Porteous, J.W.
Porteous, John Wardlaw
Engineer
1907-1968
An alumnus of the University, "Ward" Porteous returned to the
campus in 1930 as an instructor in electrical engineering. He
became a full professor in 1955. He was a co-founder of the
campus radio station, CKUA; between 1939 and 1940 he designed
and installed the station's transmission expansion facilities.
Multiple media, 1931-1967, 0.18 m
Clippings, 1937-1967
Relates to Professor Porteous and his colleagues.
Correspondence, 1952-1960
Photographs, 1931-1965
Professor Porteous' career (21 images).
Radio log book, 1937
Royal Society of Arts, 1959-1962
Includes bylaws; calendar of meetings; list of fellows.
Speeches, radio talks, [19--]-1950
Access: Open