Blanche Hinman Dow
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BornFebruary 9, 1894
DiedMay 25, 1973
KnownforPresident of the American Association of University Women, President of Cottey College
Education
- Bachelor's degree from Smith College
- Masters and doctorate from Columbia University
Blanche Hinman Dow | |
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| Born | February 9, 1894 |
| Died | May 25, 1973 |
| Known for | President of the American Association of University Women, President of Cottey College |
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| Alma mater | Columbia University |
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| Discipline | French |
Blanche Hinman Dow (February 9, 1894 — May 25, 1973) was President of the American Association of University Women (1963–1967) and was President of Cottey College, retiring in 1965 after serving for 16 years.[1]
Dow graduated from Smith College in 1913, continuing her education at Columbia University earning a master's degree and doctorate in French.[2] She went on to serve on the White House Commission on International Cooperation, the National Citizens Committee on Community Relations, and the President's Committee on Employment of the Handicapped.[1]
