The collection consists of subject files, correspondence, and project files pertaining to Ward's career in the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Michigan State University. The papers are listed alphabetically by subject with groupings for projects. Projects include Cranial Research (1985–1995), Myers-Briggs (1967–1985), Osteopathic Principles Education (1978–1986), Osteopathic Principles Textbook (1973–1995), Radiology (1976–1985), and the Establishment of the Residency Program (1984–1993). The collection also include articles, presentations and course materials (1976–1996) by Ward during his tenure at MSU. There are also papers by other MSU faculty including Paul Dressel and Myron Magen. There are also a number of videorecording related to biomechanics research studies and for student training.