When Joe Thomas published Sansculotte: College English Association (1938-1975), that was a unique accomplishment by a stellar CEA member of long standing, diligence, impeccable memory, countless friendships, and contacts within the organization.  I know of no one in CEA who could possibly perform the same task for the years since that book.  As a result, I propose to cover the period from 1976-2000 by a different format.

Proposed Title for Second Volume

The Last Quarter: CEA 1976-2000

There is a history in all men's {and women's} lives,
Figuring the nature of the times deceased . . . 
                    Shakespeare

Methodology

I.  From the Director's Chair

Ask each Executive Director to write of his/her view of CEA during the tenure of directorship

II.  The President's Perspective

Invite each President to contribute an essay about that person's view of her/his involvement during the three years of commitment as an officer.

III.   The Editor's Chair

An opportunity for the editors of the journals to share their views.

IV.   Through the Member's Eyes

Ask for volunteer contributions of a page on memories, highlights, etc. by individual members.

V.   Appendices

  A.  List of Annual Meetings and Sites
  B.  Roster of Presidents
  C.  Roster of Executive Directors
  D.  Roster of Editors
  E.  Roster of Members of the Board of Directors
  F.  Other Officers
  G.  Contributors, CEA Foundation
  H.  CEA Publications and Authors or Editors

VI.  Conclusion

Epigraph
 

The historian, essentially, wants more documents than he can really use…
                    Henry James

This proposal was presented to Board of Directors during the thirty-first annual CEA meeting in Charleston, South Carolina, and unanimously approved. 

Signed:
CEA Historian Fred L. Standley