Donald Forster
Canadian academic (1934–1983)
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Donald Forster (1934 – August 8, 1983) was a Canadian academic. He was president of the University of Guelph, and was appointed president of the University of Toronto just before his death.
DiedAugust 8, 1983 (aged 48–49)
Toronto, Ontario
KnownforPresident of University of Guelph
Donald Forster | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1934 |
| Died | August 8, 1983 (aged 48–49) Toronto, Ontario |
| Known for | President of University of Guelph |
Born in Toronto, Ontario, he was a graduate of the University of Toronto and of Harvard University. Later, he was a professor of economics in the department of political economy at the University of Toronto. He was also a vice-president and provost. From 1975 to 1983, he was president of the University of Guelph.
He died in 1983 at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto after suffering a heart attack.
References
- "Was to take office on Sept. 1 Incoming U of T president dies". The Globe and Mail. 1983-08-09. p. P4.