Trailblazer: Stewart L. Udall’s Environmental Leadership and Legacy

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 that created national historic landmarks, parks, and shorelines. 

He also tirelessly worked for integration and the rights of indigenous people in both Arizona and across the Nation.

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.

Trailblazer: El liderazgo ambiental y legado de Stewart L. Udall

Stewart Lee Udall desempeñó un papel importante en la transformación de las iniciativas de conservación y medio ambiente de los Estados Unidos.

Junto con su hermano, Morris, Stewart creo la base de numerosas iniciativas y leyes ambientales las cuales crearon monumentos históricos, parques y costas nacionales. También trabajó incansablemente por la integración y por los derechos de los pueblos indígenas tanto en Arizona como en el resto del país.

Las Colecciones Especiales de las Bibliotecas Universitarias ofrecen una amplia muestra del legado de Stewart a través de una selección de fotografías, correspondencia y elementos conmemorativos presentados en esta exposición. Vea el video para aprender más sobre la colección Stewart L. Udall.

Esta exhibición es gratuita y estará abierta al público durante el horario de Colecciones Especiales.

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
• Special Collections Reading Room, 1510 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85721
• 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