James E. Cheek | |
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 Cheek with Ronald Reagan in 1981 | |
| Born | James Edward Cheek December 4, 1932 |
| Died | January 8, 2010 (aged 77) |
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| Occupation(s) | educator, scholar, theologian, public speaker, humanitarian |
| Years active | 1958–2010 |
| Spouse | Celestine (m. 1958) |
| Children | 2 |
| Awards | Presidential Medal of Freedom |
James Edward Cheek (December 4, 1932 – January 8, 2010)[1] was president of Howard University from 1968 to 1989. He was born in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.
- ^ Martin, Douglas (January 21, 2010). "James E. Cheek, Forceful University President, Dies at 77". The New York Times. Retrieved January 22, 2010.