Thomas Whalen III, chair of the Citizen Laureate..., 1977 June 18
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Thomas Whalen III, chair of the Citizen Laureate Award committee and future mayor of Albany, speaking with other attendees during the dinner honoring the Citizen Laureate Award winners. The Citizen Laureate Awards were established by the University Foundation at the suggestion of its chair, Alan Iselin. Candidates for the award come from the four county region. The awards are given for sustained achievement in scholarly service and community service. The individual award is know as a "Laurie."