Colleen Mavis Nelson

Background

Nelson, Colleen Mavis was born on February 13, 1933 in Minot, North Dakota, United States. Daughter of John Edward and Mabelle Victoria (Anderson) Thomas.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Minot State University, 1955. Master of Library Science, Peabody College, 1969.

Career

Teacher Mandan (North Dakota) Public School, 1956-1969, librarian Mandan, 1969-1981. Librarian, director technical services Bismark (North Dakota) State College, 1981—1993. Member North Center Accreditation Team, North Dakota, 1973, 1980.

Instructor Dickinson (North Dakota) State University, 1970.

Achievements

• Colleen Mavis Nelson has been listed as a noteworthy librarian by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member American Library Association, North Dakota Library Association, Bismark-Mandan Library Association (president, secretary), National Education Association, Association College and Research Librarians, 3 Crowns American Swedish Association.

Interests

• Writing, embroidery, travel.

Connections

Married Howard Eugene Nelson, August 22, 1973 (deceased).

Father:

John Edward Thomas

Mother:

Mabelle Victoria (Anderson) Thomas

Spouse:

Howard Eugene Nelson