R. W. Watkins and Student, circa 1955, photo 1

This image shows Robert W. Watkins, professor in the Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation, laughing with a student in the lobby of Broome-Kirk Gymnasium, built 1955, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in the 1950s. Watkins began teaching at Appalachian State in 1932. He served as department chairman and athletic director from 1940 to 1944, head football coach from 1940 to 1942, and wrestling coach until 1958. He retired in the mid-1970s.

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News Bureau Faculty and Staff Biographical File, 2004.265, Box 9, Watkins, R. W., C11.1.3.3.

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Appalachian State Teachers College (N.C.). Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. Athletic Department

Watkins, Robert William, 1905-1985

Broome-Kirk Health and Physical Education Building (1955)

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