Nixon's 1974 Oklahoma State Commencement Address

[GBus44]

I thought this was an interesting read. Way before my time. Were any of you there?

http://www.sltrib.com/home/5287832-155/commencement-address-as-crisis-tactic-nixons?fullpage=1

 

[frankeaton]

yes, my father in law was mayor of SWO

 

[JimmyBob]

Rec'd my M.S. in Accounting that year; still have program, etc. from it.

 

[GBus44]

Rec'd my M.S. in Accounting that year; still have program, etc. from it.

What was it like? Were the students receptive? Was there any indication or general feeling that he was going to be forced out of the presidency?

 

[JimmyBob]

What was it like? Were the students receptive? Was there any indication or general feeling that he was going to be forced out of the presidency?

My faintest recollections: there were a few graduates who "sat" during what I can't remember, might have been recognition of particular graduating groups, no significant disruptions....... My best recollection: The secret service on top of old Gallagher.