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== References == |
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William F. O'Donnell | |
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6th President of Eastern Kentucky University | |
In office July 1, 1941 – June 31, 1960 | |
Preceded by | Herman Lee Donovan |
Succeeded by | Robert R. Martin |
Personal details | |
Born | Burnet, Texas | May 1, 1890
Died | March 5, 1974 Richmond, Kentucky | (aged 83)
Resting place | Richmond Cemetery, Richmond, Kentucky |
Education | Transylvania University (BA) Columbia University (MA) |
William Francis O'Donnell (May 1, 1890 – March 5, 1974) was an American educator who served as the 6th president of Eastern Kentucky State College (now Eastern Kentucky University). He is credited with effectively navigating the college through World War II, the introduction of non-teaching degrees, and the integration of African American students.[1]
O'Donnell also holds the distinction of having the longest tenure of any Eastern president, serving for 19 years before being the first president to retire from the position.[2]
Background
Presidency of Eastern Kentucky State College
World War II (1941-1945)
Post-War (1946)
Campus Growth
Integration of African Americans
Retirement
Death and legacy
- O’Donnell Auditorium - Eastern Kentucky University
- O’Donnell Hall - Eastern Kentucky University (demolished in 2000)
References
- ^ "A History of Leadership". President. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
- ^ Patterson, Jean; Wilhoite, Sandy (May 31, 1960). "President O'Donnell First To Retire From Eastern". Eastern Progress. pp. 2–3.