Dix, Robert C., 1908-1996

Robert C. Dix was born in Wooster, Ohio, and received his undergraduate degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin. He then joined the family newspaper publishing business at the Evening Record in Ravenna, Ohio. This newspaper was later merged with The Kent Courier to become the Record-Courier and Dix took over as editor and publisher in 1939. Appointed to the Kent State University Board of Trustees in 1941, Dix served for 32 years, becoming the longest serving member of the Board. In 1961, he received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Kent State, and, on August 15, 1963, he was elected president of the Board of Trustees. He retired from the Board in 1973.

From the description of Robert C. Dix May 4 papers, 1944-1996 (bulk 1969-1972). (Kent State University). WorldCat record id: 719372320

Born August 5, 1908 in Wooster, Ohio, Robert C. Dix received his undergraduate degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin and quickly joined the family business in publishing at the Evening Record in Ravenna. The paper soon merged with Kent Courier to become the Record-Courier and Dix took over as editor and publisher in 1939. Appointed to Kent State University's board of trustees in 1941, Dix served for 32 years before retiring in 1973. In 1961, he received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Kent State, and, on August 15, 1963, he was elected president of the board of trustees.

From the guide to the Robert C. Dix May 4 papers, 1944-1996, 1969-1972, (Kent State University Libraries. Special Collections and Archives.)