John Howard Van Amringe

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John Howard Van Amringe (J. Howard Van Amringe) (1836–1915) was a U.S. educator and mathematician. He was born in Philadelphia, and graduated from Columbia in 1860. Thereafter, he taught mathematics at Columbia, holding a professorship from 1865 to 1910 when he retired. Van Amringe was also the first Dean of Columbia College, the university's undergraduate school of arts and sciences, which he defended from dismemberment and incorporation into the larger university. During his long presence at the school, he made many addresses and enjoyed unrivaled popularity. He served as the first president of the American Mathematical Society between 1889 and 1891.

Preceded by Seth Low (as President)

Dean of Columbia College 1896 – 1910

Succeeded by Frederick P. Keppel

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