Container 7: Political and Military Honors and Awards, 1958 - 2025
Abstract
Box contains awards and recognitions:
A Certificate of Achievement from the Headquarters of the Fifth United States Army
A photograph from the Points of Light Institute Tribute, dated March 21, 2011, featuring Bill Clinton, the Carters, and both Bushes and their wives. On the back is a letter from the CEO of Points of Light Institute thanking someone, presumably Ritchie, for his support of the institute.
An executive order from John Hickenlooper appointing Daniel L. Ritchie to the Governor's Education Leadership Council.
A letter from the Boy Scouts of America recognizing Ritchie and establishing a scholarship for campers in his name.
Several honorary citizenships from different US cities.
A proclamation from Jared Polis proclaiming December 13, 2023 to be Dan Ritchie Day.
A copy of proceedings of the 199th Congress, specifically the remark from Congresswoman Diana DeGette on Daniel Ritchie's passing, from February 2025.
A proclamation from Governor Roy Romer declaring January 12, 1998 to be Daniel L. Ritchie Day
A framed Yes on Amendment B for Colorado wooden plaque and brass caption with voting results; on the back, a handwritten thank you note from someone named Mike.
Dates
- 1958 - 2025
Extent
1 Items
Scope and Contents
This collection contains materials related to Daniel L. Ritchie, the 16th Chancellor of the University of Denver, including inauguration materials, newspaper clippings, publications and speeches by Ritchie, administrative files, photo albums, video tapes, leather bookmarks and a map of the Colorado Territory (1876).
Creator
- From the Collection: Ritchie, Daniel L. (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository