The collection (1902-1983, undated) contains reports, addresses, publications, correspondence, biographical information, subject files, information regarding Storms’ inauguration, and family information. The collection is organized in seven topical areas.



The reports, 1903-1909, consist of reports to Storms from the Iowa State College (University) department heads and reports to the Board of Trustees from Storms.



The addresses and publications, 1902-1910, contains the speeches and writings of A.B. Storms. Subjects covered include modern chivalry, moral uses of history, and civic enthusiasm.



The biographical material, 1903-1933, includes news clippings, obituaries, memorials, and information regarding Storm’s resignation from Iowa State.



The correspondence, 1903-1910, contains letters to and from members of the Board of Trustees for the State of Iowa and the faculty, staff, and students of Iowa State College (University) regarding various topics, including finances, faculty appointments, and the campus. There is also correspondence between Storms and leaders of other institutions throughout the country.



The subject files, 1904-1910, consist of news clippings, ephemera, and correspondence relating to a variety of issues, which include the Board of Control, Iowa State College’s (University) and the Higgins theft case that involved a rash of thefts from campus buildings during 1908, and Iowa State’s association with Pinkerton Detectives to solve the case.



The inauguration files, 1904, include the invitation, lists of guests, correspondence, and Storms’ inaugural address, “Outlook”.



The family history materials, 1916-1983, contain information regarding two of his daughters, Lillian Storms Coover and Laura Storms Knapp.