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Honorary Doctor of Science Degree from Howard University
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Honorary Doctor of Science Degree from Howard University
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Honorary Doctor of Science Degree from Howard University

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.120590
Object Type Proclamation
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper, ink, metal, textile, adhesive, wood, glass
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 24 7/8 in x W 17 1/2 in x D 1 in (63.2 cm x 44.5 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionProclamation of Honorary Doctor of Science degree for President Barack from Howard University. The text of the proclamation describing the President's achievements is written in black script below dark blue calligraphy script with gold accents. The proclamation is signed by Chair of the Board of Trustees Stacey J. Mobley and President Wayne Frederick. There is a gold University seal at the bottom with red, white, and blue ribbons beneath. It is matted beneath blue and gold mat boards inside a gold frame.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama delivering the commencement speech at Howard University on May 7, 2016.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there 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 SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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