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Application of a Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS) in the Chuck
Morrison Finding Aid:
It is important that the finding aid for the Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and
Papers, and for any well-documented archival collection, to adhere to the core principles
established by Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS), which guides what
information must be included in an archival description.1
These principles ensure that the description is accurate, consistent, and provides the
essential context required for researchers to understand the materials.2

Foundational DACS Principles Evident in the Finding Aid
The entire structure of the finding aid is an application of DACS, but several key principles
stand out:
1. The Principle of Provenance (The Creator and Context)
This is the most fundamental archival principle. DACS requires a description of the
creator(s) of the records to establish their provenance (origin and custody).3
•

DACS Application: The finding aid begins by identifying the corporate body or
individual responsible for the creation of the records.4

•

Morrison Example: The finding aid clearly states the creator as Charles "Chuck"
Morrison and includes a Biographical/Historical Note. This note explains his roles
as a photographer for the Casper Star-Tribune, a Wyoming State Representative, and
a veteran, which establishes the context for why the records exist and their
potential research value.

2. Archival Description Expresses Professional Ethics and Values5
DACS emphasizes that description should promote trust, transparency, and equitable
access.6 This means being clear about what the archivist knows, the limits of their
knowledge, and any actions taken on the collection.7
•

DACS Application: This principle is visible in the Administrative Information
section.

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•

Morrison Example: Sections like the Custodial History (who held the records
before the archives), Acquisition Information (how the archives received the
records), and Processing Information (what the archivist did—e.g., retaining
original order, re-foldering, separation of oversized items) all demonstrate
transparency and build trust with the researcher.

3. Archival Description is Multi-level8
DACS requires that description move from the general to the specific, relating the entire
collection (the fonds) to its internal components (the series and items). This allows
researchers to quickly scope the collection's relevance.
•

DACS Application: The finding aid is organized hierarchically.

•

Morrison Example:
o

Collection-Level (Fonds): The top-level description provides a single Title
(Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers), Dates (e.g., 1907-1972),
and Extent (the size in linear feet).

o

Series-Level: The collection is broken into major series based on Morrison's
different activities (e.g., a "Photographs Series," a "Political Papers Series," and a
"Personal Correspondence Series").

o

File- or Item-Level: The Container List/Inventory then drills down to list
individual folders or boxes within each series, ensuring the relationship between
the whole and the parts is maintained.

4. Records, Agents, Activities, and the Relationships Among Them are the Four
Fundamental Concepts
Archival meaning is revealed through context as much as content. The description must
link the records to the people who created them and the activities they performed.9
•

DACS Application: This is achieved through the Scope and Content Note and the
application of Access Points.10

•

Morrison Example:

o

The Scope and Content Note summarizes the collection's subject matter (e.g.,
politics, photojournalism, WWII).11

o

Access Points (names, subjects, and genres) are created to link the collection to
related materials across the institution.12 These would include subjects like "Cole
Creek Wreck", "Wyoming State Legislature", and the name "Casper StarCasper College Goodstein Foundation Library Western History Center
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Tribune", demonstrating the collection's relationships to agents (the newspaper,
the legislature) as well as activities and events (the train accident).
By utilizing the Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers in an archival reading
room, a college-level student can develop advanced Primary Source Literacy (PSL) skills
across three major domains: Research Strategy, Critical Analysis, and Archival Context.
The collection's mix of photographs (visual media) and written records (political and
personal papers) provides a rich, multi-format environment for skill development.

References
Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers, NCA 01.v.1998.01 WyCaC US. Casper
College Archives and Special Collections (Western History Center).
Google. (2025). Gemini (2.5 Pro) [Large Language Model].
https://gemini.google.com/app/30ca229f60e659e3?utm_source=app_launcher&amp;ut
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Learning how to access and use the Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers
goes far beyond immediate academic goals; it cultivates critical skills and mindsets that
are fundamental to lifelong learning and active citizenship.
Here’s how engaging with this specific archival collection supports key aspects of lifelong
learning:

Intellectual Curiosity and Information Literacy
The ability to seek out, evaluate, and use complex information is the core of lifelong
learning.
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Mastery of Specialized Information Retrieval (Beyond Google): Learning to
navigate a finding aid, read a container list, and request archival materials teaches
students that not all information is digitized or searchable via common search
engines. This provides mastery of specialized information literacy—the skill of
finding unique, original, and potentially non-indexed evidence—a valuable asset in
any field that requires deep research.

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Critical Evaluation of Source Reliability: Students learn to distinguish between
primary and secondary sources and to critically evaluate the context, purpose, and
bias of original records. In an age of pervasive disinformation, the ability to
interrogate a source's provenance and authenticity (Why was this created? Who
kept it? What was its purpose?) is an essential, high-level skill for lifelong
intellectual engagement.

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Embracing Complexity and Ambiguity: Archival materials are often messy,
incomplete, and contradictory (e.g., a formal photo versus a critical letter).1 Using
the Morrison Papers teaches students to be comfortable with historical ambiguity
and to resist simplistic narratives, fostering the lifelong intellectual habit of
accepting nuance and complexity in problem-solving.

Civic Engagement and Historical Empathy
Lifelong learning includes continuous growth as an informed and engaged member of the
community.2
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Understanding Local and Institutional History: By researching a local figure like
Morrison, students connect abstract historical events (e.g., WWII, state politics) to
their immediate community, fostering a sense of place and an understanding of
local civic processes. This knowledge is essential for informed participation in
local politics and community affairs throughout their lives.

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Developing Historical Empathy: Reading Morrison’s personal WWII
correspondence or records related to local tragedies cultivates the ability to see the
world through the eyes of people from different times and contexts. This practice of
historical empathy enhances critical thinking, improves communication, and is
essential for navigating diverse perspectives in professional and personal life.3

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Recognizing the Value of Documentation: The process reinforces the
understanding that records matter. Students learn that personal and organizational
papers are the foundation of collective memory, encouraging them to think about
how they document their own lives, careers, and community involvement—a
strategic aspect of managing one's own legacy.

Practical Skills for Professional Agility
The process of archival research supports transferable professional skills valued in virtually
every career.
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Problem-Solving and Project Management: Archival research is inherently a
problem-solving exercise that requires self-directed project management.
Students must define a question, strategize how to use the finding aid, request
materials, manage time in the reading room, and synthesize findings—all critical
skills for continuous professional development.

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Effective Communication of Complex Ideas: Communicating findings from the
Morrison Papers—whether in an academic paper or a journalistic piece for a
student newspaper—requires students to translate raw data into clear,
compelling narratives. This skill of synthesizing and communicating complex,
evidence-based ideas is a cornerstone of professional success and continuous
learning.

References
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Experiential Learning &amp; Curriculum Mapping
The Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers collection would provide an
exceptional foundation for a college student gaining experiential learning as an archives
correspondent for a student newspaper like Casper College's student newspaper, the
Chinook, as well as being able to see real examples of its use in Oil City News and other
publications or media productions.
Morrison’s background as a professional photographer and writer for the Casper StarTribune makes his collection an ideal case study for student journalism, directly
connecting archival research to journalistic output.

Experiential Learning Skills Gained
The collection’s multi-faceted content allows a student correspondent to practice skills
directly applicable to real-world publishing:
1. Source Identification and Selection (The Reporter’s Eye)
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Skill: Developing an eye for newsworthy archival content.

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Morrison Collection Application: The student must move beyond general
historical interest to find content that is relevant to a current college or community
topic. For example, the student could search through the "Political Papers Series"
for historical comments on state legislation that is currently being debated, or use a
photograph of an old community building to contrast with current construction.

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Journalistic Output: Writing short "From the Archives" segments, selecting a
historical photograph for a feature article, or providing historical context for
contemporary news.

2. Rights and Reproduction Management (The Publisher’s Responsibility)
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Skill: Understanding copyright, publication rights, and citation ethics—a critical
professional skill.

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Morrison Collection Application: The student would learn to navigate the
collection's access and rights statements (e.g., how the repository is making
materials created by Morrison available but observing publication policies until a
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certain date). They must formally request, cite, and obtain permission for
reproduction, simulating the real-world process of using copyrighted material in a
publication.
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Journalistic Output: Producing a legally and ethically sound, fully cited photograph
or document for the Oil City News or another student publication.

3. Multimodal Content Creation (Visual and Textual Storytelling)
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Skill: Synthesizing disparate primary source types (photos, letters, official
documents) into a cohesive narrative.

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Morrison Collection Application: The student can combine Morrison’s
professional photographs with his personal WWII correspondence or his District
Court correspondence to tell a rich, layered human story about a historical event
or figure. This simulates the integration of visuals and text common in modern
newspaper feature writing.

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Journalistic Output: Creating a multimedia story package that includes a scanned
document, an analyzed photo, and original text written by the student
correspondent.

4. Community and Institutional Documentation
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Skill: Recognizing the role of the press in documenting local and institutional
history.

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Morrison Collection Application: Since Morrison documented many facets of
Casper and the surrounding area (e.g., New York Oil Company, local politics,
community life), the student correspondent uses the archives to connect the
student experience to the larger community history. The student can use
Morrison's records of earlier Casper College events or faculty (if present) to write
stories about the college's legacy for the student body.

By actively working with the collection, the student transitions from a passive history
consumer to an active creator of historical content for a public audience, achieving the
core goal of experiential learning.
Media and Strategic Communications
Use of the Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers would strongly support
students in the Media Communication and Strategic Communication Program at Casper
College, as it provides real-world historical context and practical material for key
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assignments, directly addressing several of the college's Individual Student Learning
Outcomes (ISLOs).
Morrison’s background as a local journalist/photographer and politician makes the
collection a perfect bridge between historical research and contemporary communication
practices.

Programmatic Support: Media and Strategic Communication
The collection provides material and context relevant to both emphasis areas:
Media Communication Emphasis
Students in Media Communication need to develop skills in journalism, writing,
multimedia production, and photography.
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Journalistic Analysis: Students can analyze Morrison's news photographs and
accompanying articles or photo bylines for the Casper Star-Tribune to study
historical photojournalism ethics, framing, and narrative construction.

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Media Context: The collection provides original primary sources for writing
historical feature articles or producing multimedia projects (print, video, web)
about Wyoming's political or community history, offering content for the Chinook
student newspaper or class portfolios.

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Photography: Students can study Morrison’s original prints and negatives to
understand historical photographic techniques and the evolution of visual media,
connecting to courses like Intro to Photography.

Strategic Communication Emphasis
Students in Strategic Communication focus on public relations, advertising, and
reputation management.
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Reputation and Messaging: Morrison's dual role as a public figure (State
Representative) and a media professional provides a complex case study in
personal and institutional reputation. Students can compare his political
messaging (e.g., in speeches or official papers) with his personal correspondence to
analyze authenticity and image management.

•

Historical Public Relations: Students can analyze records related to the Cole
Creek Wreck or the New York Oil Company to study how local institutions
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managed crises and maintained public trust in the mid-20th century. This provides
tangible examples for assignments on crisis communication and historical PR
campaigns.

Alignment with Casper College ISLOs
The use of this archive specifically addresses multiple Individual Student Learning
Outcomes (ISLOs) at Casper College, fostering a holistic educational experience:
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Demonstrate Effective Communication:
o

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Solve Problems Using Critical Thinking and Creativity:
o

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Support: Working with primary sources requires students to evaluate
conflicting evidence (Morrison’s public versus private papers), fill historical
gaps using contextual knowledge, and creatively interpret visual material to
develop a compelling narrative or solve a communication challenge.

Demonstrate Knowledge of Diverse Cultures and Historical Perspectives:
o

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Support: Students must translate complex, often messy archival evidence
(handwritten notes, cryptic memos) into clear, concise journalistic or strategic
communication outputs (e.g., a news story, a historical brief, or a PR analysis
report). This demonstrates proficiency in adapting written and oral
communication for different professional audiences.

Support: The collection includes records documenting various facets of
Wyoming life (political, economic, social). By analyzing these, students gain a
deeper, nuanced understanding of local history and culture, avoiding simplistic
historical assumptions and embracing diverse perspectives (e.g.,
understanding the life of a WWI veteran through his personal letters).

Use Information to Conduct Research (Information Literacy):
o

Support: This is a direct ISLO application. Students learn to effectively navigate
the archival finding aid and container list to retrieve specific primary sources,
demonstrating advanced information literacy skills beyond simple database
searching. They also learn to properly cite and attribute original sources,
ensuring academic and journalistic integrity.

On Secondary Sources Supporting Use of the Primary

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The Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers are rich in content, spanning
political, journalistic, military, and local history from roughly the 1920s through the mid1900s. To properly analyze and contextualize these primary sources, a student requires
secondary sources that provide background information across these themes.
Here is a breakdown of the types of secondary sources that would support the collection's
use and understanding:

Historical Context: Casper and Wyoming History (1920s–1970s)
These sources establish the environment in which Morrison lived, worked, and served,
providing essential context for his political papers and photographs.
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Local and Regional Histories:
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Comprehensive Casper Histories: Books like Irving Garbutt’s History of
Casper and Natrona County or the various volumes of the "Casper
Chronicles" (published by groups like the Zonta Club or the Cadoma
Foundation) provide timelines, major events, and institutional histories.1 They
help identify the people, places, and organizations Morrison documented.

o

Wyoming State History: T. A. Larson’s History of Wyoming is the definitive
academic overview, providing context for state politics, industry (oil, ranching),
and demographic shifts that shaped Morrison's political service.

Specific Event and Industry Histories:
o

Oil Industry in Casper: Secondary sources on the history of the oil industry's
boom and bust cycles in the mid-20th century would contextualize Morrison’s
business-related papers and the economic backdrop of his political decisions.

o

Transportation History: Secondary accounts of major events like the Cole
Creek Wreck (if those exist, they would be highly specific) or broader histories of
the railroad in Central Wyoming would provide essential details for analyzing the
primary source material related to that disaster.

o

The Rescue Mission for Kevin Dye on Casper Mountain (likelihood of support
high): The Morrison collection is known to contain documentation related to the
high-profile 1971 search for nine-year-old Kevin Dye, who was lost on Casper
Mountain. As the collection holds records from a Casper Star-Tribune photographer
and local public figure, this major community event is well-represented.
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Relevance for Media &amp; Strategic Communication
Program

Strategic
Communication

Media
Communication

Supported Documentation &amp; Learning
Crisis Communication and Public Trust. Students can analyze the records
(which include photographs of the rescue team's arrival and potentially
articles/clippings) as a case study in mid-century crisis communication.
They can assess how local agencies (police, rescue groups, National Guard)
strategically managed public information, coordinated messaging, and
maintained community trust during the intense, prolonged search.
Breaking News Photojournalism. The images offer a primary source view
of how a local news photographer (Morrison) covered a human-interest
emergency. Students can analyze the ethical choices made in photographing
the search, the mood captured, and how the visuals shaped the community's
emotional investment in the story.

Media and Photojournalism Context
Since a large part of the collection is tied to Morrison's work for the Casper Star-Tribune,
these sources provide the professional framework.
•

History of the Casper Star-Tribune: Any historical article or book detailing the
newspaper's ownership, political leanings, key editors, and its overall role in Casper
during the decades Morrison worked there is critical. This context helps students
analyze bias and editorial decisions in his photography and writing.

•

History of Photojournalism: Academic texts on 20th-century American
photojournalism would help students understand the conventions of the era (e.g.,
flash photography techniques, photo layout, and the ethical standards of news
photography), allowing for a deeper visual analysis of Morrison’s images.

Political and Institutional Context
These sources are vital for understanding Morrison's time as a State Representative and his
involvement in WWII.
•

Wyoming Legislative History:
o

Wyoming Blue Books: These official publications (often found at the Wyoming
State Archives) contain lists of legislators, committee assignments, and

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sometimes historical overviews of sessions, which would identify the specific
years, sessions, and committees in which Morrison served.
o

•

Academic Articles/Books on Wyoming Politics (1930s–1950s): Secondary
sources detailing the impact of the Great Depression and the New Deal in
Wyoming would contextualize his political votes and correspondence. (The
Wyoming Almanac and articles from Annals of Wyoming are great places to
start.)

Casper Army Air Base / WWII Homefront:
o

Secondary sources detailing the history of the Casper Army Air Base and the
broader WWII home front experience in Natrona County are necessary to
contextualize Morrison's WWII-related correspondence and photographs,
especially for students studying military history or home front life.

The combination of these secondary sources provides the scholarly framework necessary
to move beyond mere description of the primary sources to their informed interpretation
and analysis.

An Exceptional Anchor Collection
The Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers is an exceptional anchor collection
because it touches on so many aspects of mid-20th century Casper history: journalism,
local politics, industry (oil), and major events.
College-level students (especially those in Media Communication, Strategic
Communication, and History) can gain significant value by using the collection to
corroborate, contextualize, and expand upon the Morrison materials:

Corroboration and Context: Media and Journalism
These collections provide a direct institutional and public-facing counterpart to Morrison's
private papers and professional photographs.
•

Casper Star-Tribune Photographs and Negatives:
o

Relation to Morrison: Morrison worked for the Casper Star-Tribune. This
collection is critical for direct comparison.

o

Student Use:
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▪

•

Media/Strategic Comm: Students can compare Morrison's personal
photographic style and chosen subjects (in his collection) to the published
photos in the newspaper's archives. They can analyze how the newspaper's
editors selected, cropped, and captioned his work, which is a key exercise
in understanding journalistic control and strategic communication
messaging.

Casper Star-Tribune Print and Microfilm:
o

Relation to Morrison: Provides the actual published newspaper issues from the
time Morrison was active.

o

Student Use: Essential for contextualization. If Morrison's papers mention a
political fight or community event, students can read the corresponding front
pages to understand the public mood, the newspaper's official stance, and the
depth of coverage.

Expansion and Context: Casper College and Local Institutional History
These records provide context for the local community and the institution hosting the
collection. For instance, Morrison was an emergency contact for the Wyoming
Mountaineers at Casper College and was friends with past instructors like Norman Weiss.
•

Casper College Archives (General Institutional Records):
o

o

Student Use:
▪

•

Relation to Morrison: Morrison was a prominent local figure; his collection may
contain occasional photos or references to the college.

Media/Strategic Comm: Students can analyze historical college records
(meeting minutes, official statements) to see how the institution's public image
and strategic messaging evolved over time, potentially contrasting it with how
local journalists like Morrison covered the college.

Casper College Yearbooks (Thunderbird):
o

Relation to Morrison: Provides the popular, student-level view of the college
during Morrison’s lifetime.

o

Student Use: Provides a pop culture and social history perspective. Students
can compare the formal photographs of Casper College faculty and buildings in
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Morrison’s collection with the student-created content and captions in the
yearbooks for a multi-layered view of campus life.
•

Dana Van Burgh Casper Buildings Project, Downtown Casper Photographs, or
collections Morrison himself researched and used like the Bruce H. Thompson
and Connie Bryant Collection:
o

Relation to Morrison: Morrison's photos are part of a larger visual record of
Casper. These collections provide different angles and time periods.

o

Student Use: Enables students to conduct a comprehensive visual survey of
Casper's urban development, industry, and main streets, comparing Morrison's
professional photojournalistic view with the perspectives of other local
photographers or community organizations.

References
Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers, NCA 01.v.1998.01 WyCaC US. Casper
College Archives and Special Collections (Western History Center).
Google. (2025). Gemini (2.5 Pro) [Large Language Model].
https://gemini.google.com/app/30ca229f60e659e3?utm_source=app_launcher&amp;ut
m_medium=owned&amp;utm_campaign=base_all

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The general structure of the introductory one-shot lesson outline is highly applicable to the
Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers at the Casper College Western History
Center.
This collection is actually an ideal teaching example because it embodies the principles of
archival organization and the complexity of provenance.
Here's how the three main sections of the outline align perfectly with the Chuck Morrison
Collection:

I. Introduction: Archives &amp; Provenance (10 minutes)
The Morrison collection is a perfect case study for explaining provenance and the archivist's
role because Chuck Morrison had multiple, distinct professional identities:
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Photographer: For the Casper Star-Tribune newspaper and the City of Casper.
State Representative: Correspondence and papers related to his legislative work.
Historian/Writer: Historical stories and articles he wrote.
WWII Veteran: Letters, credentials, awards, and photographs from his service.
Teaching Strategy: You can pose the question: "If a librarian cataloged this, they might
put his materials into categories like Wyoming Politics, Journalism, and World War II.
Why does the archivist keep them all together under the name Charles 'Chuck'
Morrison?" The answer—provenance—shows that his life connects all these disparate
records.

II. Finding Aids &amp; Access Strategies (15 minutes)
The collection's structure directly demonstrates the need for finding aids over simple keyword
searches.
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The Aggregation Problem: The collection is extensive, covering dates from the 1920s
to the 1990s, and includes various formats (photographs, negatives, letters, legislative
papers). Students will immediately grasp that searching for a single photo in this
massive collection is impossible.
Hands-on Tutorial: Students can be directed to the digital finding aid (as referenced
in the search results) to navigate the series and sub-series, such as:
○ Personal and Professional Papers
○ Photographic Prints and Negatives
○ Specific boxes, like "Box 5: Historical Events-Legislature and Politics"

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Skill Focus: This teaches students how to use the creator's life and the collection's
organization (provenance and original order) as their primary search tools instead of
relying on subject headings.

III. Source Analysis &amp; Interpretation (20 minutes)
The diversity of the Morrison collection provides excellent material for the hands-on analysis
activity.
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Variety of Sources: You can select disparate items to highlight different contexts:
1. A professional photograph from the Star-Tribune (Source Analysis: What was
his professional bias/purpose?).
2. A personal letter written home during WWII (Source Analysis: What does this
reveal about his state of mind or the historical event that a published history book
cannot?).
3. A legislative document or correspondence (Source Analysis: What does this
reveal about state politics in Wyoming in the 1960s?).
Primary Source Literacy: Using one item (like a photo of Lyndon B. Johnson's visit to
Casper) allows the class to critically analyze who took the picture, for what purpose, and
how that context affects their interpretation of the event.

In short, the Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers is an ideal, locally relevant
collection to demonstrate all the key concepts of archival research in an introductory one-shot
lesson.

IV. Conclusion (5 minutes)
Quick review and take-away information provided to students reinforcing the following learning
objectives:

LO 1: Understanding Archival Structure (The "What" and "Where")
● LO 1.1 (Defining Archives): Students will be able to differentiate between a
library's organization (by subject/author) and an archive's organization (by
provenance and original order) after analyzing the various materials within the
Morrison Collection.
LO 2: Critical Primary Source Analysis (The "How" and "Why")
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Critical Primary Source Analysis is only assessed in a formative manner during the oneshot.

LO 3: Research and Access Strategies (The "Next Step")

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● LO 3.1 (Translating Topic): Students will be able to translate a general research
topic (e.g., "Wyoming during World War II") into relevant archival search terms
focused on people, organizations, and events likely to have created records
within the Western History Center.
● LO 3.2 (Responsible Access): Students will be able to identify the necessary
steps and procedures for accessing and responsibly handling unique archival
materials in the reading room, demonstrating an understanding of the archivist's
role as a preserver.
Collecting Assessment
● Assessment will be collected by the teaching archivist via an exit ticket in
concluding the lesson.

Learning Outcomes
Specific learning objectives for the introductory archival lesson using the Charles
"Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers, categorized by the three main sections of
the lesson outline:

Learning Objectives for the Archival One-Shot
LO 1: Understanding Archival Structure (The "What" and "Where")
● LO 1.1 (Defining Archives): Students will be able to differentiate between a
library's organization (by subject/author) and an archive's organization (by
provenance and original order) after analyzing the various materials within the
Morrison Collection.
● LO 1.2 (Using Finding Aids): Students will be able to navigate a basic archival
finding aid (specifically the Morrison Collection's structure) to locate the relevant
series and container list for a given research topic, demonstrating that they must
search by the creator's context rather than item keywords.

LO 2: Critical Primary Source Analysis (The "How" and "Why")
● LO 2.1 (Contextual Analysis): Given a single primary source item from the
Morrison Collection (e.g., a photograph, a letter, or a legislative note), students
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will be able to articulate the who, what, when, where, and why of its creation,
recognizing the inherent bias and purpose of the document.
● LO 2.2 (Source Evaluation): Students will be able to evaluate the strengths and
limitations of different Morrison source formats (e.g., a personal diary entry
versus a newspaper photograph) as historical evidence for a specific research
question.

LO 3: Research and Access Strategies (The "Next Step")
● LO 3.1 (Translating Topic): Students will be able to translate a general research
topic (e.g., "Wyoming during World War II") into relevant archival search terms
focused on people, organizations, and events likely to have created records
within the Western History Center.
● LO 3.2 (Responsible Access): Students will be able to identify the necessary
steps and procedures for accessing and responsibly handling unique archival
materials in the reading room, demonstrating an understanding of the archivist's
role as a preserver.

Optional Incorporation of Secondary Sources
Addressing the use of secondary sources in relation to the Charles "Chuck" Morrison
Photographs and Papers could focus on how published materials contextualize and
interpret the primary archival evidence.
Here is a specific learning objective that bridges primary and secondary sources:

Learning Objective: Bridging Primary and Secondary Sources
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LO 4.1 (Contextual Integration): Students will be able to identify and justify the
need to use secondary sources (e.g., published histories of the Casper StarTribune, Wyoming political analyses, or biographies of local figures) to provide
historical context and interpretive frameworks for the unique primary evidence
found within the Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers.

This objective ensures students understand that the archival material rarely "speaks for
itself." They must use secondary sources to:
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1. Contextualize Morrison's life and work (e.g., learning about Casper in the 1950s).
2. Verify facts or identities found in the unique papers (e.g., confirming a political
event mentioned in his letters).
3. Interpret the significance of the primary evidence within the broader historical
narrative.
These objectives are measurable and directly align with college-level expectations for
research literacy and critical thinking.

References
Charles "Chuck" Morrison Photographs and Papers, NCA 01.v.1998.01 WyCaC US.
Casper College Archives and Special Collections (Western History Center).
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