Scope and Contents From the Series: This series focuses on materials relating to Miller’s memberships in various professional organizations. The primary organization represented in this series is the National Council for Geographic Education (NCGE) which Miller co-founded in 1914. In this series there is information on NCGE annual meetings, NCGE history, and some correspondence. Included in this series are several awards that Miller received including the Distinguished Service Award from the Geographic Society of Chicago...

Abstract This collection documents the life of George J Miller, a nationally known geographer, who spent much of his professional career at the Mankato Normal School (later State Teachers College). Miller attained national attention through his research and publications as well as his work co-founding the National Council for Geographic Education. The collection primarily focuses on Miller's professional life but includes some personal information. The professional material includes field trip notes,...