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What Is the Watson?
One Year
Independent Study
Travel
Graduating Seniors
Participating
    Institutions


Program History
Thomas J. Watson     Foundation
Where Can I Go?
Expectations of a Fellow

Watson Videos
Going Solo: The Watson
    Journey

Memories and Motives:
    1969-1999

Interview:
    Thomas J. Watson, Jr.
    with Walter Cronkite

Thomas J. Watson, Jr. succeeded his father at IBM, serving as chief executive of the company from 1956 to 1971. He was deeply involved in this fellowship program. In a 1992 interview with legendary journalist Walter Cronkite, Mr. Watson spoke about the benefits of travel and unfettered exploration.

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