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Former CEO Dick Davidson Recalls Living the ‘American Dream’ on the Railroad
Dick Davidson looks back on his life with a touch of amazement and a hefty helping of gratitude. At age 83, he still marvels at its trajectory: a Kansas boy raised by a single mother on a farm without indoor plumbing who joined the railroad as a brakeman to help pay for college and, after graduation, stayed to become chairman and CEO of Union Pacific Railroad.
Union Pacific Supports Illinois Nonprofit Empowering U.S. Veterans
After serving in the armed forces, many U.S. veterans face challenges competing in an ever-changing job market. The Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois’ Sauk Valley Veterans Program, funded in part by a local grant from Union Pacific’s Community Ties Giving Program, is helping those who served their country develop the skills and confidence to secure employment.
Union Pacific Honors 300 Train Dispatchers for Essential Contributions to Safety
More than 300 Union Pacific train dispatchers earned a 2024 Guardian Award for their vital role in helping keep employees, customers and communities safe. Five honorees have earned this recognition for an incredible 25 consecutive years.
