John Rood Cunningham
President of Davidson College
About John Rood Cunningham
Lived 1891 – 1980 (aged 88). John Rood Cunningham was an American.
John Rood Cunningham (July 3, 1891 – June 15, 1980) was the 12th president of Davidson College. Born in Missouri, Cunningham came to Davidson after spending several years in the ministry, including serving as president of Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.
As president, Cunningham was able to expand the endowment to five million dollars, almost double the size of the faculty, and increase the student population from around 160 students to 970 students. Cunningham also spearheaded the construction of several new buildings in order to accommodate the growth in students and faculty.
After leaving Davidson, Cunningham was appointed the executive director of the Southern Presbyterian Foundation.
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Who was John Rood Cunningham?
president of Davidson College
When was John Rood Cunningham born?
John Rood Cunningham was born on 3 July 1891 in Williamsburg.
When did John Rood Cunningham die?
John Rood Cunningham died on 15 June 1980 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
What nationality was John Rood Cunningham?
John Rood Cunningham was American.
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