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By Dixie Norwood
Collection Overview
Scope and Contents of the Materials
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.
Biographical Note
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.
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- Item 1: Distinguished Man of Honor Award-Florence Chamber of Commerce (1972)
- Item 2: The Nine Annual Reading Conferences Appreciation Award (1972)
- Item 3: Kappa Delta Pi Compatriot in Education Award (1976)
- Item 4: Collegiate Singers of Florence State University: Resolution of Honorary Membership (December 9, 1971)
- Item 5: Alabama Education Association Certificate of Appreciation (July 1, 1969)
- Item 6: Appreciation Award-General Capital Campaign Chairman YMCA (1975-1977)
- Item 7: Outstanding Leadership in School Food Service {Alabama Food Service Personnel} (June 7, 1972)
- Item 8: Beautification Award-The Florence Beautification Award {Mayor Eddie Frost} (October 27, 1991)
- Item 9: Alabama Association of Rehabilitation Facilities Recognition Award (1981)
- Item 10: American Association of School Administrators Distinguished Service Award (1973)
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