James E. Cheek
James Edward Cheek (December 4, 1932 – January 8, 2010)[1] was president emeritus of Howard University. He was born in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.
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| Born | James Edward Cheek December 4, 1932 |
| Died | January 8, 2010 (aged 77) |
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| Occupation | educator, scholar, theologian, public speaker, humanitarian |
| Years active | 1958–2010 |
| Spouse(s) | Celestine (m. 1958) |
| Children | 2 |
| Awards | Presidential Medal of Freedom |
Howard University President (1968–1989)
In 1989, Cheek appointed Republican National Committee Chairman Lee Atwater as a member of the Howard University Board of Trustees. Students rose up in protest against Atwater's appointment, disrupting Howard's 122nd anniversary celebrations, and eventually occupied the university's administration building.[2] Within days, both Atwater and Cheek resigned.
Personal life
Cheek was married to the former Celestine Williams, and had two children. He died on January 8, 2010, from complications of coronary artery disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
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References
- Martin, Douglas (January 21, 2010). "James E. Cheek, Forceful University President, Dies at 77". The New York Times. Retrieved January 22, 2010.
- Stanley, Alessandra; Jacob V. Lamar (March 20, 1989). "Saying No to Lee Atwater". Time.com. Time Warner.
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