Box 53: Valdosta Rotary Club, 1977-1988
Scope and Contents
Dr. William Montgomery Gabard (1922-2006) was a member of the faculty at Valdosta State University for 40 years, from 1948-1988. During this time he served as a professor and head of the history department and the founding Director of International Studies. He was a founding member of the board of directors of the Southern Center for International Studies and The Japan-America Society in Georgia. Active in the Georgia Historical Society, he served that organization as its first non-Savannah president. He was also founding president of the Lowndes County Historical Society. This collection contains a sizeable amount of Dr. Gabard's personal and professional correspondence mostly from the 1960s-1970s. His papers present a picture of the growth of the College as he was involved in a number of important committees such as theĀ Graduate Studies Council, Academic Council, and International Studies. Also included are items from his research and classes, which had a focus on Asian studies.
Dates
- Created: 1977-1988
Extent
From the Collection: 0.00 Linear Feet
Language
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collections Repository
Valdosta State University Archives, Odum Library
1500 N. Patterson St.
Valdosta GA 30601 United States
7063728116
229-259-5055 (Fax)
archives@valdosta.edu