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Howard University Doctor of Laws Medal
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Howard University Doctor of Laws Medal
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Howard University Doctor of Laws Medal

Artifact SeriesPre-Presidential Collection
Artifact IDDO.106691
Object Type Medal
Manufacturer (1903 - 2016)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2007
Medium metal (bronze, unknown), textile (cotton), paint
DimensionsOverall H 21 in x W 3 in x D 1/4 in (53.3 cm x 7.6 cm x 0.6 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionGold-toned medal with red, white and blue neck strap, featuring the Howard University seal and "Doctor of Laws." The reverse bears an engraved description of the event for which it was given.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEmbossed around outer edge of obverse: Howard University Doctor of Laws Engraved on reverse: Awarded by President H. Patrick Swygert to THE HONORABLE BARACK OBAMA Doctor of Laws Orator on the occasion of the 140th Academic Opening Convocation HOWARD UNIVERSITY Washington, DC Friday Sept, 28, 2007 Engraved on edge: 2004 Medallic Art Co. Dayon NY - Bronze G/D
Historical NotePresented to then-Senator Barack Obama on September 28, 2007 at the 140th Academic Opening Convocation at Howard University where Senator Obama was the invited speaker. He was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThis item is part of materials acquired by President Barack Obama previous to the Obama administration, and maintained by the White House until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPre-Presidential Collection (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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