Lida Lee Tall

Lida Lee Tall
Born	1873 Fishing Creek, Dorchester Co., Maryland
Died	1942
Occupation	Principal, State Teachers College at Towson

Lida Lee Tall (1873-1942) was the sixth principal/president of State Teachers College at Towson (now Towson University).

Early life and education

Tall was born on November 17, 1873 in Fishing Creek, Maryland to Sarah E. and Washington Tall and educated in Baltimore's public schools, Dr. Tall earned her bachelor's degree at Columbia University and her doctorate at the University of Maryland.

Career

Dr. Tall guided the institution through its major transition into a 4-year college. In 1935, the MSNS changed its name to the Maryland State Teachers College and implemented a four-year course leading to a bachelor of science degree. Under Dr. Tall's leadership, the college continued to expand and improve its programs, receiving national recognition for the quality of its programs and faculty. Of special interest to Dr. Tall was attracting good students to Towson and enriching their lives. She was active in the development of social and educational events and programs, promoted student government and numerous clubs and established the first honor society.

External links

Presidential Biographies - Towson Archives

Preceded by Henry West	Towson University president Principal, 1920–1934 President, 1934–1938	Succeeded by Mary Theresa Wiedefeld

Towson University presidents

Principals	Newell (1866–1890) Prettyman (1890–1905) Ward (1905–1909) Richmond (1909–1917) West (1917–1920) Tall (1920–1934)

Presidents	Tall (1934–1938) Wiedefeld (1938–1947) Hawkins (1947–1969) Fisher (1969–1978) Smith (1979–2001) Perkins (2001–2002) Caret (2003–2011) Loescheke (2012–2014) * Schatzel (2016– )

Italics denotes incoming president The leader of Towson University was known as the "Principal" until 1938.

Towson University

Academics	Schools College of Business and Economics College of Education College of Fine Arts and Communication College of Health Professions College of Liberal Arts Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics Honors College College of Graduate Studies and Research Achievements Points of Pride

Athletics	Colonial Athletic Association Towson Tigers Doc (Mascot) Fight Song Rivalries Loyola College University of Vermont University of Delaware Johns Hopkins University University of Maryland, College Park Current facilities Johnny Unitas Stadium SECU Arena Towson Center John B. Schuerholz Baseball Complex Burdick Pool Past facilities Minnegan Stadium

Grounds	Campus landmarks and locations "The Beach" Burdick Field Newell Field The Tiger Statue Glen Bridge TowsonTown Bridge

Student life	Grub Street The Towerlight WMJF-LP WTMD XTSR

People	Alumni Presidents

This article is issued from Wikipedia - version of the Monday, April 11, 2016. The text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution/Share Alike but additional terms may apply for the media files.