Joab L. Thomas Speech and Letter of Commendation 1981

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Joab L. Thomas Speech and Letter of Commendation 1981

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The Joab L. Thomas speech and letter of commendation includes a copy of passed unanimously by the Student Senate (1981 April 15). There is also a transcription from a tape of Thomas' remarks to deans, directors, and department heads at the time of his resignation as chancellor and the announcement of his appointment as president of the University of Alabama (1981 March 25). A Resolution of Commendation for Chancellor Joab L. Thomas, Joab Langston Thomas was the chancellor of North Carolina State University from 1976 to 1981, president of the University of Alabama from 1981 to 1988, professor at the University of Alabama from 1961 to 1975, and vice president for Student Affairs at the University of Alabama from 1974 to 1975. Thomas received his A.B., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees in botany from Harvard University.

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