The collection includes original manuscripts, working papers, correspondence, first editions, critical studies, and ephemera pertaining to Frank Herbert's life and the works included in the collection.

Scripts for "Star Trek: The Original Series," created by Gene Roddenberry and broadcasted on NBC from September 8, 1966 to June 3, 1969.

The collection contains scripts for 78 of the 79 episodes produced, organized according to original air date.

Lacks script for "The Savage Curtain," prod. #60043-77, Season 3 Episode 2, original air date March 7, 1969.

The Screenplay Collection was donated to University Archives and Special Collections from the Department of American Studies. The collection consists of film, television, and teleplay scripts. Materials also include radio transcripts, plays, press kits, and production files.