William Arthur Ganfield

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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1. When was William Arthur Ganfield born?September 3, 1873
2. When did William Arthur Ganfield die?October 18, 1940
3. What is William Arthur Ganfield known for?1919 team retroactively recognized as national champions; 1921 team defeated Harvard University
4. What is the presidency at centre college?1915 to 1921
5. What is the presidency at carroll college?1921 to 1939
6. Who was William Arthur Ganfield?He was a smart leader who helped schools grow and win big games. He worked at Centre and Carroll Colleges to make them stronger.

Academic Administrator: A person responsible for managing the operations and policies of an educational institution.
Retroactively Recognized: Acknowledged as a champion or award winner for a past achievement that was not officially recognized at the time.
Institutional Identity: The unique character, values, and mission that define an organization, such as a college or university.