Nationality American Name Barbara Newell | Spouse Ernest Kolowrat | |
Born August 19, 1929 (age 94) ( 1929-08-19 ) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Alma mater University of Wisconsin
Vassar College Occupation Academic Administrator
Former Chancellor Education University of Wisconsin-Madison, Vassar College | ||
Barbara Warne Newell (born August 19, 1929) was the first female Chancellor of the State University System of Florida. She served in this capacity from 1981 to 1985.
Newell is originally from Pennsylvania. She earned a bachelor's degree from Vassar College, and a master's degree and Doctorate in Economics from the University of Wisconsin. Prior to becoming chancellor, Newell served as President of Wellesley College from 1971 to 1980, and Associate Provost at the University of Pittsburgh.
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