TitleRonald Reagan 1957 visit to Eureka College for Commencement (4)

Inventory Number1957.004

Full CollectionRonald Reagan Collection - Reagan Image Collection - 5x7 Images

Object Description

Photograph of Ronald Reagan during his 1957 visit to Eureka College at which he attended the commencement for the graduates. Ronald Reagan attended Eureka College between 1928 and 1932. He was a member of the TKE's Iota Chapter during his time in Eureka and served as its President in 1928. Reagan was also active in school including theater and football. At the time of the photograph, Ronald Reagan was working as an actor in Hollywood. As one of Eureka College's most famous celebrity, Reagan's arrival to campus was always celebrated by staff, faculty, students, Eureka College Alums, and the citizens of Eureka. 

In this black and white photograph, Ronald Reagan is seen walking down the aisle at the 1957 Eureka College graduation. Reagan is wearing graduation regalia including an academic robe and a mortarboard cap over his suit and tie. He stands next to a gentleman who is dressed in the same attire and holds a piece of paper in his left hand. Behind the two men stands in the aisle a woman dressed in a black dress, white shoes, and white hat. It is unknown why she is in the aisle, but it can be assumed that she may be standing there to take a photograph due to the angle of her arm. 

On both sides of the aisle are several men and women dressed nicely in suits and dresses. Of note in the audience is Nancy Reagan who stands in front of a chair in the front row next to the aisle. She is looking at Ronald Reagan, who looks back at her. Nancy is wearing a black dress and black shoes with white gloves, white hat, and a brooch and bracelet. 

The identity of the other attendees which can be seen in the photograph is unknown. 

Object Date1957

Object StatusCurrent

Object TypePhotographs

Country OriginUnited States

Credit LineEureka College

Full LocationEureka College Archives - Digital Archive

SubjectRonald Reagan, Actor Ronald Reagan, Eureka College Visit

Inventory Contact NameChapman, Cassandra - Ronald Reagan Museum - Eureka College