William Winter was a public administrator and governor of Mississippi who said "Don't rock the boat" in public administration. This quote means to avoid making major changes or disruptions in public administration. Winter served in World War II before becoming a lawyer and being elected to the Mississippi state legislature. He later served as governor from 1980 to 1984 and worked to reform education in Mississippi.

1. Do Now – 5/12 “ Nowhere is the expression, ‘Don’t rock the boat,’ more appropriately applied than to public administration.” - William Winter What does this quote mean to you?

2. William Winter

3. Background Born in 1923 in Grenada, Mississippi Served in the U.S. Army during World War II Attended Ole Miss for college and law school Was Editor of the Mississippi Law Journal

4. William Winter Extra Credit - Write one paragraph describing the experiences that William Winter had that influenced him. Which was most important? - Write one paragraph describing William Winter’s work to change education in Mississippi.

5. Career Was first elected to the Mississippi state legislature in 1947 while still in law school Also served as Tax Collector, State Treasurer, and Lieutenant Governor at different points Was elected as governor in 1979 and served from 1980 to 1984

6. Famous Quote "Ambition has but one reward for all: A little power, a little transient fame, A grave to rest in, and a fading name."