Names in the News - Sept. 8, 1989
Magic Johnson was awarded an honorary doctor of humanities degree by Rust College in recognition of the Laker star’s support of the United Negro College Fund. He also announced a $150,000 donation for improvement of the athletic facilities at the college in Holly Springs, Miss.
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