Alma Preinkert
American murder victim
About Alma Preinkert
Lived 1895 – 1954 (aged 58). Alma Preinkert was an American registrar.
Alma Preinkert (October 22, 1895 – February 28, 1954) was the registrar at the University of Maryland before being murdered by an intruder at her Washington, D.C. home. A Maryland alumna and a beloved figure in the university community, her murder sent shockwaves through the area. Although a large investigation ensued, her attacker was never identified.
A building on the university's College Park campus, the Preinkert Field House (which currently contains the National Center for Smart Growth and the Environmental Finance Center), and Preinkert Drive are named after Alma Preinkert.
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Who was Alma Preinkert?
American murder victim
When was Alma Preinkert born?
Alma Preinkert was born on 22 October 1895.
When did Alma Preinkert die?
Alma Preinkert died on 28 February 1954 in Washington, D.C..
What was Alma Preinkert's occupation?
Alma Preinkert was a registrar.
What nationality was Alma Preinkert?
Alma Preinkert was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alma Preinkert. https://biography.guide/alma-preinkert/
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