Robert S. Shaw
President of Michigan State University
About Robert S. Shaw
Lived 1871 – 1953 (aged 81). Robert S. Shaw was an American.
Robert Sidey Shaw (July 24, 1871 – February 7, 1953) was president of the Michigan State College of Agriculture and Applied Science (now Michigan State University) from 1928 to 1941. Dormitory Shaw Hall in the center of campus south of the Red Cedar River is named in his honor. His daughter, Sarah May Shaw, married John A. Hannah, who would succeed Shaw as president of the Michigan State College of Agriculture and Applied Science.
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Who was Robert S. Shaw?
President of Michigan State University (1871–1953)
When was Robert S. Shaw born?
Robert S. Shaw was born on 24 July 1871.
When did Robert S. Shaw die?
Robert S. Shaw died on 7 February 1953.
What nationality was Robert S. Shaw?
Robert S. Shaw was American.
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