Manuscript Collection
Files
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Identifier
Accession 1400
Inclusive Dates
1943-2003
Restrictions
Open under the rules and regulations of the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections
Collection Size
25,500 pieces, 12.75 linear feet
Language
English;
Scope and Content Note
This collection consists of photographs, scrapbooks, framed items, awards and certificates, videotapes, audiotapes, and other memorabilia pertaining to former governor of South Carolina (1971-1975) and ambassador to Saudi Arabia (1977-1981) John C. West. John Carl West, Sr. (1922-2004) married 1943 Winthrop Alumna Lois Rhame West (1921-2014) and the Lois Rhame West Health, Physical Education, and Wellness Center was named in her honor. John West, as South Carolina Governor, played a prominent role in Winthrop’s move to coeducation and signed the bill confirming Winthrop’s transition in 1974.
Provenance
John C. West Papers were given to the Archives by The John C. West Forum on Politics and Policy via John C. West, Jr. on September 15, 2011.
Copyright
For information concerning copyright please contact the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections at Winthrop University.
Finding Aid Citation
Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections, Winthrop University, "John C. West Papers - Accession 1400". Finding Aid 1521.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/manuscriptcollection_findingaids/1521