Angus B. Rothwell

Angus B. Rothwell (July 25, 1905 – August 11, 1981) was Superintendent of Public Instruction of Wisconsin.

Angus B. Rothwell
20th Superintendent of Public Instruction of Wisconsin
In office 1961 – July 1, 1966
Preceded by	George Earl Watson
Succeeded by	William C. Kahl
Personal details
Born	(1905-07-25)July 25, 1905 Superior, Wisconsin, U.S.
Died	August 11, 1981(1981-08-11) (aged 76)
Alma mater	University of Wisconsin–Superior Columbia University
Occupation	Educator
Military service
Allegiance	United States
Branch/service	United States Navy
Battles/wars	World War II

Biography

Rothwell was born on July 25, 1905, in Superior, Wisconsin.^[1] He graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Superior and Columbia University. Additionally, he received honorary degrees from Carroll University and Lawrence University. During World War II, he served in the United States Navy. He also served as President of Rotary International. Rothwell died on August 11, 1981.^[2]

Educational career

Rothwell was an elementary school principal in Wausau, Wisconsin, and a high school principal in Superior. He later served as Superintendent of Schools of Superior from 1941 to 1949 and of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, from 1949 to 1961. Rothwell was elected Superintendent of Public Instruction in 1961 and re-elected in 1965. He was also a member of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

References

1. "Rothwell, Angus B. 1905". Wisconsin Historical Society. Retrieved 2011-11-16.
2. 'Rothwell-A Graceful Leader,' Milwaukee Journal, August 13, 1981, Part 1, pg. 20