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William F. O'Donnell | |
|---|---|
| 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 | May 1, 1890 Burnet, Texas |
| Died | March 5, 1974 (aged 83) Richmond, Kentucky |
| 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
[edit]Presidency of Eastern Kentucky State College
[edit]World War II (1941-1945)
[edit]Post-War (1946)
[edit]Campus Growth
[edit]Integration of African Americans
[edit]Retirement
[edit]Death and legacy
[edit]- O’Donnell Auditorium - Eastern Kentucky University
- O’Donnell Hall - Eastern Kentucky University (demolished in 2000)
References
[edit]- ^ "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.