"The Night of 2042 Duke Stars": Robert Lee Townes, Jr.
Description:
A celebration called “A Night of Duke Stars” has been held annually to honor staff and faculty service milestones. Along with the celebration, Staff Appreciation Week features many events for employees and their families, including Chapel services and festivals. This poster was part of a series made for Staff Appreciation Week to celebrate long-serving employees. Robert Lee Townes, Jr., a Service Area Manager in the Housekeeping department, was one of many who served Duke University for 25 years. Career Service Awards are still given today.
The Night of 2042 Duke Stars, Office of Human Resources Reference Collection, Box 2, [Employee Appreciation Posters] 1999, Duke University Archives, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.
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