Harry J. Carman
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Harry Carman CC '?? was the fourth Dean of Columbia College. A champion of the Core Curriculum, he was very popular among students. He advised many, including Jacques Barzun, and even helped with their expenses. An agricultural historian, he maintained a working farm upstate even while dean. He was compelled to retire as dean at age 65, but remained teaching for three more years.
Carman Hall is named after him.
| Preceded by Herbert E. Hawkes |
Dean of Columbia College 1943-1950 |
Succeeded by Lawrence H. Chamberlain |
