The Research and Writings series is divided into subseries for major works by Sears, as well as subseries for other writings and editorial work, research files, and a small set of writings by other individuals. The papers are arranged into the following series: Audiovisual Material Other Activities Personal Papers Photographic Material Professional Papers the largest series, Research and Writings Jack Nichols Papers and Oversize Material. Sears Papers span the dates 1918-2011, with the bulk of the material covering the period between 19.
Educator, gay rights activist, and author of many works on sexuality, identity, and sex education, and the history of homosexuality and the gay rights movement in the United States.
