Stewart L. Udall posing on the banks of the Colorado River, 1968
Papers of Stewart L. Udall (AZ 372), copyright © is held by Geneve Maroon
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Stewart Lee Udall played a significant role in the transformation of U.S. conservation and environmental initiatives.
Together with his brother, Morris, Stewart constructed the foundation for numerous environmental initiatives and legislation and creating national historic landmarks, parks, and shorelines.
He also tirelessly worked for integration in local Tucson schools, the Department of the Interior, and the National Park Service, and securing the rights of indigenous people in monumental court cases brought against the U.S. government.
University Libraries Special Collections offers a broad array of Stewart's legacy through selected photographs, correspondence, and memorabilia featured in this exhibit. Watch the video to learn more about the Stewart L. Udall Papers.
The exhibit is free and open to the public during Special Collections hours.
The Myths of August Revisited: Stewart Udall as a Champion for the Navajo Miners and 'Downwinders' — A Panel Discussion, Sept. 25
America’s development of nuclear power during the Cold War left numerous victims, of which we are continuing to see the health consequences and dangers to untold thousands of unsuspecting people. Stewart Udall championed compensation for the victims of radiation and nuclear fallout. After departing from public service in the early 1970s, Udall committed his life to rectifying the impact on the Navajo miners and the "Downwinders" who were affected by radioactive contamination from nuclear testing.
The panelists will discuss Stewart Udall’s work in this ongoing legal struggle and why it remains an important topic today.
Details
- Thursday, Sept. 25
- 6-8:30pm
- U of A Modern Languages Building, Rm 350
- Free and open to the public.
- A reception with light refreshments will follow the panel discussion, during which attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a sneak peak of the Trailblazer exhibit.
- Presented by University of Arizona Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy
Registration
- Please register now (required) if you would like to attend.
- Space is limited and the event is expected to fill up quickly.
Panelists
- Tom Udall, former U.S. Senator, New Mexico (2009-2021); U.S. Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa (2021-2025); Stewart Udall’s son
- Jonathan Nez, former Vice President (2015-2019) and President (2019-2023) of the Navajo Nation
- Moderator: Steve Hussman, Librarian and Curator for Political Affairs Collections, U of A Libraries Special Collections