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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-039-001
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the 1962 Yale University graduation ceremony. In his speech the President thanks the University for the honorary degree bestowed upon him, and discusses three areas of domestic concern where the prevalence of myth dangerously impedes progress: fiscal policy, confidence in an administration, and the concept of "big government." Materials in this folder include various memoranda of suggested talking points, a draft by Special Assistant to the President and speechwriter Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr., a press copy, and a reading copy of the speech with handwritten notations by the President, as well as a luncheon menu, program for the commencement exercises, and an additional transcript of the speech published by Yale University.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-038-015
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks at the Teacher of the Year ceremonies in the new flower garden of the White House.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-036-002
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address given at a graduation ceremony at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. In his speech President Kennedy thanks the University for the honorary degree bestowed upon him, and remarks on the important role that education plays in intellectual and political leadership. Materials in this folder include drafts (some by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen), press copies, and a reading copy of the speech.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-046-020
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks to a group of visiting Fulbright-Hayes Exchange teachers in the White House Rose Garden.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-038
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the National University of Ireland. In his speech the President thanks Trinity College and the National University of Ireland for the honorary degrees bestowed upon him, discusses the long-standing prominence of Irish educational institutions, and explains the mission of the recently established American Irish Foundation. Materials in this folder include note cards with handwritten notations by the President, a copy of the degree from the University of Dublin, multi-lingual programs for the ceremony, and a letter from D.E.W. Wormell, Professor of Latin at Trinity College.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-101-006
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning The Fulbright Program, which awards grants to students, educators, and professionals for the purpose of international educational exchange. Materials in this folder include a report on the program, a graph showing the number of grants awarded since the passage of the Fulbright-Hayes Act, an itinerary for the Fulbright Spring Conference, memoranda concerning President Kennedy's meetings with various Fulbright Exchange teachers and students, a listing of visiting scholars in the United States awarded the grants for 1962 and 1963, and a photograph of President Harry S. Truman signing the Fulbright-Hayes Act with Arkansas Senator J. William Fulbright in the background.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-103-013
This folder contains a press release from Look magazine announcing the President John F. Kennedy's presentation of the "National Teacher of the Year" award to Helen Adams.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-022
This folder contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Yeshiva University Charter Day Award dinner in New York City. In his speech the Senator honors James J. Lyons’ establishment of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Yeshiva University in the Bronx borough in New York City, and discusses its importance to medical research, scientific advancement, and the local community. Also included in this folder is a brief history of Yeshiva University.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-007
This folder contains a copy of a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Iona College convocation in New Rochelle, New York and a draft of his speech at the Saint Vincent College convocation in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. In the speeches the Senator discusses the importance of parochial education.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0896-018
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon receiving the 1957 Patriotism Award during Washington Day exercises at Notre Dame University in South Bend, Indiana. In his speech the Senator discusses the accomplishments of President George Washington and the origins of George Washington Day, as well as the shared histories of scholars and politicians and a need for greater scholarship in politics. Of note are drafts with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-020
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy's commencement address at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In his speech the Senator discusses the shared histories of scholars and politicians, and the need for greater scholarship in politics. Of note are drafts with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0721-004
This folder contains correspondence between members of the White House staff and individual citizens regarding honorary degrees offered to or conferred upon President John F. Kennedy. The correspondence includes inquiries about honorary degrees President Kennedy had previously received, as well as invitations to speak at commencements.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0721-003
This folder contains correspondence between members of the White House staff and individual citizens regarding honorary degrees offered to or conferred upon President John F. Kennedy by various universities, including American University, the University of North Dakota, the National University of Ireland, and George Washington University.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0901-001
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s address at the Rockefeller Public Service Awards in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the importance of educated public servants, and a need for legislation to provide educational training for professionals.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-043-038
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks of welcome to a group of visiting Fulbright-Hayes Scholars in the White House Rose Garden.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-043-037
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks to Elmon Ousley, recipient of the 1964 National Teacher of the Year Award. Materials in this folder include a draft of the speech, in addition to memoranda and two copies of a press release from Look magazine.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-039-054
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's congratulatory remarks to the members of the Schola Cantorum of the University of Arkansas in the new flower garden of the White House. The press copy also includes remarks from Senator J. William Fulbright.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C17691
President John F. Kennedy presents the 1961 Teacher of the Year Award (a project of the Council of Chief State School Officers) to Helen Adams of Cumberland, Wisconsin. Superintendent of Public Instruction (Madison, Wisconsin), George E. Watson, stands in front at far left. Back row, L-R: Publisher of LOOK Magazine, Vernon C. Myers; Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, Abraham Ribicoff; Commissioner of Education, Dr. Sterling M. McMurrin; Managing Editor of LOOK Magazine, William B. Arthur; Presidential Assistant, Dave Powers. Rose Garden, White House, Washington, D.C.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C17690
Photographers and reporters watch as President John F. Kennedy presents the 1961 Teacher of the Year Award (a project of the Council of Chief State School Officers) to Helen Adams of Cumberland, Wisconsin. Standing behind Adams and President Kennedy, L-R: Publisher of LOOK Magazine, Vernon C. Myers; Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, Abraham Ribicoff; Commissioner of Education, Dr. Sterling M. McMurrin; Managing Editor of LOOK Magazine, William B. Arthur; Presidential Assistant, Dave Powers. Rose Garden, White House, Washington, D.C.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C17689
President John F. Kennedy presents the 1961 Teacher of the Year Award (a project of the Council of Chief State School Officers) to Helen Adams of Cumberland, Wisconsin. Superintendent of Public Instruction (Madison, Wisconsin), George E. Watson, stands in front at far left. Back row, L-R: Publisher of LOOK Magazine, Vernon C. Myers; Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, Abraham Ribicoff; Commissioner of Education, Dr. Sterling M. McMurrin; Managing Editor of LOOK Magazine, William B. Arthur. Presidential Assistant, Dave Powers, walks along colonnade at right. Rose Garden, White House, Washington, D.C.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C29364
President John F. Kennedy (center left) stands on stage after receiving an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Trinity College (also known as University of Dublin) during a ceremony at St. Patrick’s Hall in Dublin Castle, Dublin, Ireland. Also pictured: Public Orator and Professor of Latin at Trinity College, Dr. D. E. W. Wormell (right, holding papers), and Minister for External Affairs of Ireland, Frank Aiken (back center).
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6557-C
President John F. Kennedy presents the 1961 Teacher of the Year Award (a project of the Council of Chief State School Officers) to Helen Adams of Cumberland, Wisconsin. Superintendent of Public Instruction (Madison, Wisconsin), George E. Watson, stands in front at far left. Back row, L-R: Publisher of LOOK Magazine, Vernon C. Myers; Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, Abraham Ribicoff; Commissioner of Education, Dr. Sterling M. McMurrin; Managing Editor of LOOK Magazine, William B. Arthur; Presidential Assistant, Dave Powers. Rose Garden, White House, Washington, D.C.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6557-B
President John F. Kennedy presents the 1961 Teacher of the Year Award (a project of the Council of Chief State School Officers) to Helen Adams of Cumberland, Wisconsin. Superintendent of Public Instruction (Madison, Wisconsin), George E. Watson, stands in front at far left. Back row, L-R: Publisher of LOOK Magazine, Vernon C. Myers; Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, Abraham Ribicoff; Commissioner of Education, Dr. Sterling M. McMurrin; Managing Editor of LOOK Magazine, William B. Arthur. Rose Garden, White House, Washington, D.C.
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JFKWHP-AR6557-A
President John F. Kennedy presents the 1961 Teacher of the Year Award (a project of the Council of Chief State School Officers) to Helen Adams of Cumberland, Wisconsin. Superintendent of Public Instruction (Madison, Wisconsin), George E. Watson, stands in front at far left. Back row, L-R: Publisher of LOOK Magazine, Vernon C. Myers; Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, Abraham Ribicoff; Commissioner of Education, Dr. Sterling M. McMurrin; Managing Editor of LOOK Magazine, William B. Arthur. Rose Garden, White House, Washington, D.C.
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JFKWHP-KN-C19584
President John F. Kennedy attends the Albert Parvin Foundation Awards ceremony marking the establishment of the Dag Hammarskjöld Chair of Government and Law at the National School of Law in Leopoldville (Democratic Republic of the Congo). William O. Douglas, Associate Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court, stands on the far left; Dr. Jaime Benítez, Director of the Parvin Foundation, is second from the right. Also listed in the President's schedule as attending the ceremony are Albert Parvin, founder of the Parvin Foundation; J.P. Dericoyard, a member of the Republic of the Congo delegation to the United Nations; and Maurice Kasongo, director of the Information Bureau for the Congo delegation at the United Nations. Fish Room, White House, Washington, D.C.