Morris Collins papers, 1945-1987

Summary

Creator:
Collins, Morris W.H., Jr.
Date:
1945-1987
Extent:
14 Linear Feet (14 boxes)
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Morris Collins papers, UA 0025, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of speeches, correspondence, notes, reports and political information. Many of the speech notes discuss the role of governement and the importance of civic engagement. The DNC files document the activities and events of the Committee from the late 1940s until 1969.

Biographical / historical:

Dr. Morris W.H. Collins Jr. was a native of Athens, Georgia and a graduate of the University of Georgia. He was the first director of the Institute of Government and helped start the Georgia Center for Continuing Education. He worked in various advisory capacities for Georgia governors Ernest Vandiver, Carl Sanders and Jimmy Carter. The Morris W. H. Collins Jr. Distinguished Practitioner Lecture was created in his memory.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

Morris Collins papers, UA 0025, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.