William G. Wagner
American historian (1950–2021)
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William G. Wagner (May 28, 1950 – September 12, 2021) was an American historian. His research focused on modern Russia.[1][2] He joined the faculty of Williams College in 1980, after graduating from Haverford College and earning advanced degrees from the University of Oxford.[3][4] Wagner was raised in Erie, Pennsylvania, and was educated at Strong Vincent High School, where he played football.[4] From 2009 to 2010, he was the interim president of Williams. He was also Brown Professor of History Emeritus.[1] He died on September 21, 2021, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, aged 71.[3][4]
William G. Wagner | |
|---|---|
| Interim President of Williams College | |
| In office July 1, 2009 – March 31, 2010 | |
| Preceded by | Morton Schapiro |
| Succeeded by | Adam Falk |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 28, 1950 |
| Died | September 12, 2021 (aged 71) |
| Education | Haverford College (BA) University of Oxford (BPhil, DPhil) |
| Academic work | |
| Discipline | History |
