Dennis D. Berkey
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Dennis D. Berkey is a mathematician and college administrator who had served as the 15th president of Worcester Polytechnic Institute from 2004[4] until May, 2013.[5] At WPI he oversaw the development of a biotechnology center known as Gateway Park in Worcester, Massachusetts. He also oversaw an expansion in enrollment, a new residence hall (East Hall), a new admissions building (The Bartlett Center), and a new sports and recreation facility.[6]
Quick Facts 15th President of Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Preceded by ...
Dennis D. Berkey | |
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15th President of Worcester Polytechnic Institute | |
In office July 1, 2004[1] ā May 31, 2013[2] | |
Preceded by | Edward Alton Parrish |
Succeeded by | Laurie Leshin |
Personal details | |
Born | 1947 (age 76ā77)[3] |
Spouse | Catherine Berkey |
Residence | Worcester, MA |
Alma mater | Muskingum College Miami University University of Cincinnati |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Mathematics |
Institutions | Boston University Worcester Polytechnic Institute |
Thesis | Diagonally-Dominant Linear-Systems (differential And Difference Systems) (1974) |
Doctoral advisor | Alan C. Lazar |
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