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- 1 2 A New Reign, The University of Memphis Magazine, Spring 2001. Retrieved November 27, 2017.
- ↑ Dr. Raines Named 11th President of the University of Memphis, University of Memphis, February 2001. Retrieved November 27, 2017.
- 1 2 Dr. Shirley Raines to Retire from U of M, WREG, April 15, 2013. Retrieved November 27, 2017.
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