1969 Press Photo Jerry P. Simpson receives check from Chancellor Homer L. Hitt

Louisiana State University of New Orleans Professor Jerry P. Simpson, left, receives a $1,000 cash grant as the outstanding classroom teacher at the lake front campus. Presenting the check is Chancellor Homer L. Hitt. The award is given annually by the standard Oil Foundation, Inc. of Indiana to recognize the unsung work of outstanding undergraduate teachers.

Photo is dated 1969.

Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches.