Donald Forster

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Donald Forster (1934–1983) was a Canadian academic. He was president of the University of Guelph and was appointed president of the University of Toronto just before his death.

Born in Toronto, Ontario, he was a graduate of the University of Toronto and of Harvard University. Later, he was a professor of economics in the department of political economy at the University of Toronto. He was also a vice-president and provost. From 1975 to 1983, he was president of the University of Guelph.

He died in 1983 at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto after suffering a heart attack.

[edit] References

  • "Was to take office on Sept. 1 Incoming U of T president dies", The Globe and Mail, August 9, 1983, p. P4.
Academic Offices
Preceded by
William Winegard		 President of the University of Guelph
1975–1983		 Succeeded by
Burton Matthews
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