Universities and colleges

Senator Arthur H. Vandenberg, Republican of Michigan, right, was awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of Laws by Dr. Paul F. Douglass, American University President, left, during commencement exercises last night. The Senator was honored for his efforts in helping maintain a united foreign policy. From: Beth Gore.

Exterior view of Anabel Taylor Hall, Cornell University.

Drawing of interior view of the Chapel at Cornell University, Anabel Taylor Hall.

Interior view of the Founders Room in Anabel Taylor Hall, Cornell University.

Sketch of Myron Taylor Hall, Cornell University.

Supreme Court Justice Robert H. Jackson, right, received the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws from the University of Warsaw from the Polish Ambassador to the United States, Jozef Winiewicz, on the left. The degree to Justice Jackson was in recognition of his work in the trials of the Nazi War Criminals at Nuremberg. From: Beth Gore.

Dr. Karl T. Compton, President of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and head of President Truman's Commission on Universal Training, warned Senators today that "time is running out" and urged that Congress approve universal military training this year. He testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee. From: Beth Gore.

Sir Alexander Cadogan of the United Kingdom photographed during the 30th session of the United Nations Security Council at Hunter College. From: Beth Gore.

An 11 x 14 photo showing Left to Right: General Dwight Eisenhower, President Harry S. Truman, former President Herbert Hoover and educators from Princeton University. This occasion was the bicentennial ceremony of Princeton.

Reed College Dormitory, Portland, Oregon. This photo was sent by Peter Odegard, President of Reed College, to George Schoeneman, Administrative Assistant to President Harry S. Truman. Mr. Odegard sent a letter to President Truman, asking him to come to Reed College to receive an honorary degree and to give the commencement address.