Henry S. Drinker, Class of 1871 President of Lehigh University 1905-1920

Collection

Identifier: SC MS 0042

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection contains certificates, diplomas, honorary memberships, and other accolades, mostly after his retirement. Also contains financial records of Drinker's college years.

Dates

Creation: 1869 - 1929

Creator

Drinker, Henry S. (Henry Sturgis), 1850-1937 (Person)

Biographical / Historical

Henry S. Drinker graduated from Lehigh in 1871, a member of a class of 6, and became an active alumnus, serving on the first Alumni Association Board, and as a Trustee before becoming president of the University in 1905. He was interested in preserving the natural environment (forestry), and also involved in the formation of Army training camps through college campuses (now ROTC). He died in 1937.

Extent

1 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

This collection includes certificates, diplomas, honorary memberships, and other accolades, mostly after his retirement. It also contains financial records of Drinker's college years.