Diane Brandt
American politician (1938–2010)
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Diane L. Brandt (August 28, 1938 – June 1, 2010) was an American politician who served in the Iowa House of Representatives from the 35th district from 1975 to 1983.[1][2] In 2003, she established an endowed fund with Iowa State University to provide scholarships for women in science, engineering, mathematics and agriculture, which came into effect in 2012.[3][4] A commemorative brick was placed in the Plaza of Heroines outside of Catt Hall on Iowa State's campus to honor Brandt.[5]
Preceded byDonald L. Lippold
Succeeded byMike Connolly
BornAugust 28, 1938
Emmet County, Iowa, U.S.
DiedJune 1, 2010 (aged 71)
Cedar Falls, Iowa, U.S.
Diane Brandt | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Iowa House of Representatives from the 35th district | |
| In office January 13, 1975 – January 9, 1983 | |
| Preceded by | Donald L. Lippold |
| Succeeded by | Mike Connolly |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 28, 1938 Emmet County, Iowa, U.S. |
| Died | June 1, 2010 (aged 71) Cedar Falls, Iowa, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
