Ethelbert B. Norton Papers, 1953-1991
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Brief Description: This collection contains certifications and awards received by Dr. Ethelbert B. Norton during and after his tenure here as President of the university. It also includes several photographs amd a christening gown.
Held at:
UNA Archives and Special Collections
UNA Box 5028
Florence, AL 35632
Phone: (256)765
extension 4226
Email: archives [at] una.edu
Created by: Ethelbert B. Norton Papers, 1953-1991
Volume: 4.0 Boxes
Biographical Note for Ethelbert B. Norton Papers, 1953-1991 : Dr. Ethelbert B. Norton served as president of what is now the University of North Alabama for 24 years, from 1948-1972. He served as Alabama's Superintendent of Education, the U.S. Deputy Commissioner of Education, as well as was a member of the U.S. Education Mission to Japan (Post World War 2) to help initiate educational reform. He died December 21, 1998 at the age of 96.