Lyman Hall (academic)
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Lyman Hall (February 18, 1859 ā August 16, 1905) was a professor and president of the Georgia School of Technology (now called the Georgia Institute of Technology, commonly referred to as Georgia Tech). Hall's administration introduced degrees in electrical engineering and civil engineering in December 1896, textile engineering in February 1899, and engineering chemistry in January 1901.
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Lyman Hall | |
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Born | (1859-02-18)February 18, 1859 |
Died | August 16, 1905(1905-08-16) (aged 46) |
Alma mater | Mercer University West Point |
Known for | President of Georgia Tech |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Mathematics |
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Hall died in 1905, reportedly due to the stress of fundraising for a new chemistry building which now bears his name.