Robert T. Wagner
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Robert Todd Wagner (October 30, 1932 – January 17, 2011) was the 17th president of South Dakota State University from 1985 to 1997. A native South Dakotan, Wagner received his Ph.D. in sociology from SDSU in 1972. He was a teacher and administrator at South Dakota State University, including a brief time as chief administrator before his elevation to the presidency. Wagner was the second alumnus to be named president.
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Robert Todd Wagner | |
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Born | (1932-10-30)October 30, 1932[1] |
Died | January 17, 2011(2011-01-17) (aged 78)[2] |
Monuments | Wagner Hall, South Dakota State University |
Occupation(s) | professor and university administrator |
Years active | 1972-1997 |
Known for | 17th president of South Dakota State University |
Spouse | Mary Mumford Wagner |
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Robert graduated from Washington High School in Sioux Falls, then earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Augustana College in 1954.[2]