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Johnson, Lyndon B. (Lyndon Baines), 1908-1973

 Person

Biography

United States President 1963-1969

On August 26, 1966, President Lyndon B Johnson visits DU, receives honorary doctor of laws degree, and gave speech to over 6,000 people at DU Arena.

Citation:
“LBJ Given Law Degree By University,” The University of Denver Clarion, vol. 71, no. 1, September 18, 1966, 1-3.

Biography

Sends a letter to Chancellor Alter on September 24, 1964, inviting him to choose an outstanding student leader to send to the White House.

Biography

Received an honorary Law Degree from DU (1966).

Biography

Becomes Chancellor of DU in 1968 after a surprise resignation by former Chancellor Maurice White.

Found in 16 Collections and/or Records:

The Denver Clarion, vol. 69, issue 14, 1964 November 3

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v069i14_19641103
Abstract

All The Way for LBJ (Image of President Lyndon B. Johnson).

Dates: 1964 November 3

The Denver Clarion, vol. 71, issue 1, 1966 September 18

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v071i01_19660918
Abstract

LBJ Given Law Degree by University. Heitman Retires from New Department. Astronaut Carpenter Speaks Friday. Procedure Outlined for Fall Registration.

Dates: 1966 September 18

The Denver Clarion, vol. 71, issue 23, 1967 January 10

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v071i23_19670110
Abstract

Students Organize SDS Affiliate; Activist Role Planned for Future. Protests Organized – Student Leaders Ask Johnson to Explain Viet War. Pace Signs Protest Letter to Johnson Over Viet Policy. Panel Discussions Highlighted – Varied Activities Planned for Women’s Days. Trustees to Hear Progress Report from Chancellor Selection Group. Reporter Wanted.

Dates: 1967 January 10

The Denver Clarion, vol. 72, issue 42, 1968 April 2

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v072i42_19680402
Abstract

LBJ dumps USA for chancellor job. Senate to improve student government. Secret heart transplant termed successful; chicken heart functioning well inside student. Editor applications close.

Dates: 1968 April 2

The Denver Clarion, vol. 73, issue 29, 1969 January 6

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Identifier: clarion_v073i29_19690106
Abstract

IR School receives one-half million dollars. Clarion rated “All-American”. Late registration changes today. DU among six schools to sell suds on campus. Ex-LBJ aid to take look at American foreign policy.

Dates: 1969 January 6

Youth through 1970, 1940-1969

 Series
Identifier: M085.01
Scope and Contents

Series 1 of 11 covers Dominick's youth, career at Yale undergraduate and law schools, law practice, election to and service in the Colorado House of Representatives and election to the U.S. House of Representatives

Dates: 1940-1969

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Washington (D.C.) 4
Photographs 3
Colorado 2
Legislators 2
Student registration 2