Mitchell, Maurice B., 1915-1996
Biography
Maurice B. Mitchell b. 09 Feb 1915 in New York City; d. 30 Nov 1996 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Chancellor of the University of Denver from 1967 to 1978.
Citation:
Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg. 172). Board of Trustees – Volume S: page 114.Biography
Elected Chancellor of DU 1967. At the time was the editorial director of Encyclopedia Britannica Inc.
Found in 7 Collections and/or Records:
The Denver Clarion, vol. 72, issue 10, 1967 October 20
Maurice B. Mitchell to be inaugurated at DU arena. Gratton reports on NSA Congress. John Cox elected freshman president. Parents visit this weekend. Speech, hearing center provides haven for many lonely, deaf people.
The Denver Clarion, vol. 72, issue 51, 1968 May 3
McBrier, 3.2 beer win. 40 sit-in demonstrations arrested after Chancellor’s call for police. Chancellor explains dismissal of students; reaffirms intention to maintain law, order. CSU vote endorses SIN.
The Denver Clarion, vol. 73, issue 10, 1968 October 18
SDS goal-unity at state meet. Mitchell wars convention, “We know what to do…”.Freshman election scheduled. Senate stymies Student Rights Bill; approves questionnaire proposal.
The Denver Clarion, vol. 73, issue 12, 1968 October 23
Mitchell talk tops Parent’s Weekend. Freshmen “re-elections” rescheduled for today. NSA calls “time out” for colleges. Cleaver to discuss Panther platform. U.S. policeman holds unique role in political history of America. Denver Boone to help eliminate student mascot identity problem.
The Denver Clarion, vol. 73, issue 28, 1968 December 2
Applications now open for Senate positions. Mitchell received Optimist Reward. Luncheon features McCrosky. No substitute for skill in skiing accidents. NPC needs students to establish bases. Business, law united. Directory sets release date. Deadlines announced.
The Denver Clarion, vol. 78, issue 67, 1974 March 6
Chairman appointed to Commission – Chancellor criticizes Nixon. Mitchell honored by colleagues and others. Clarion expose of the year! Candidates.
The Denver Clarion, vol. 78, issue 76, 1974 April 10
Gregory calls US “morally polluted”. AUSA elections. Communicating with governor about it – Mitchell seeks state aid for DU. Denver Boone.
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