University District in Columbus in Franklin County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Jesse Cleveland (Jesse) Owens
1913 - 1980
Jesse Owens' incomparable achievements as an Ohio State and Olympic athlete are legendary. He carried the name of this university and this country to world acclaim.
He personified the sportsmanship ideal. He cared for people and challenged them to give their best. As long as athletes complete in sports.
Or people strive for excellence in any undertaking, the life and accomplishments will remain an enduring inspiration.
Selected Honors and Awards:
U.S. State Department "Ambassador of Sports"
NCAA Theodore Roosevelt Award
Named Track Athlete of the Half Century, 1950 U.S. Track and Field Hall of Fame
The Ohio State University Sports Hall of Fame
Honorary Doctoral Degrees:
The Ohio State University
University of Nevada
Otterbein College
Wagner College
Jesse Owens said:
"Sportsmanship itself is the ultimate victory."
"Everyone must have a goal or dream to strive for. Here are four things you have to do in order to achieve your goal:
First is your determination to be able to reach your dream. Second, you have to have dedication. Then come self-discipline and sacrifice. And lastly is the attitude with which you assume your quest."
"Itbehooves a man with God-given ability to stand 10 feet tall. You never know how many youngsters may be watching."
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"I have always hoped to be a motivating force for good because people have given me so much."
Jesse Owens said:
"Extra effort separates the winner from second place."
"Nobody ever gains the pinnacles of success unless he has somebody helping him along the way. You don't do it alone."
Athletic Highlights:
At East Technical High School, ClevelandNational Interscholastic Records--
100 yds., 220 yds., Broad Jump. 1933
As a student athlete at the Ohio State University won eight Big Ten and eight NCAA championships in Track and Field. 1935-1936
Set three world records (220 yds., Low Hurdles, Broad Jump) and tied a fourth (100 yds.), all within one hour, during the Big Ten Championships meet 1935.
At the 1935 Olympic Games in Berlin won four Gold Medals - 100m, 200m, Broadjump, 400m relay.
Set eleven World Records in Track and Field events. 1934-1936.
Erected by The Ohio State University.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Education • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1950.
Location.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Reflections on Pride and Tradition (within shouting distance of this marker); "Build it for Loyalty, for Spirit,… (within shouting distance of this marker); for Courage, for Grandeur,… (within shouting distance of this marker); for Strength, for OHIO." (within shouting distance of this marker); Ohio Stadium Centennial (within shouting distance of this marker); Uranus (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Remembrance Park (about 700 feet away); Saturn (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Columbus.
Also see . . . Additional photos from the Jesse Owens Memorial. (Submitted on June 29, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 29, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 124 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on June 29, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
