James Black (educator)

James Black (April 27, 1826 – December 23, 1890) was the fourth President of the University of Iowa, serving from 1868 to 1870.

James Black
Died(1890-12-23)December 23, 1890
Children1
Academic background
Alma materWestern Theological Seminary
Academic work
InstitutionsUniversity of Iowa
University of Wooster

Early life and education

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James Black was educated at Washington College and the Western Theological Seminary in Pennsylvania.[1]

Career

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From 1855 until 1868, he was vice president and professor of Greek at Washington College. He then served as president of the University of Iowa for two years, before becoming president of the Pennsylvania Female College. In 1875, he began serving as vice president and professor of Greek at the University of Wooster.[1]

Personal life

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Black was married and had at least one child, a daughter. He died on December 23, 1890.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Obituary for James Black". The Plain Dealer. December 24, 1890. p. 4. Retrieved July 7, 2024.
Academic offices
Preceded by President of the University of Iowa
1868–1870
Succeeded by