I need some biographical information about past faculty member from the 1930's, William B Wilson. When was he at Ottawa University?
Answer
Dr. William B Wilson worked at Ottawa University from 1904 until1945 when he died. Wilson
- Served as Biology Faculty at Ottawa University from 1904-1945
- Managed the Biology Department as Head
- Served various times as dean of Summer Session
- Served as College Registrar from 1905-12
- Served as Dean of College 1922-24
- Served as Dean of Men, 1934-36, 1937-40
- Was a perpetual member of Athletics Committee at OU
- Was recognized for his dedication to Athletics when field house was dedicated in his honor after his death in 1945
He wrote a letter to the OU Trustees with this quote:
“ My service in Ottawa seems vital to me as breathing. It almost appears to me as I think of it, that all my inspiration and aspirations have been kindled here” (Haworth, B. Smith, p. 78)