Barbara W. Newell

Barbara Warne Newell (born August 19, 1929),^[1] was the first female Chancellor of the State University System of Florida. She served in this capacity from 1981 - 1985.^[2][3]

Newell is originally from Pennsylvania. She earned a bachelor's degree from Vassar College, and a Masters degree and Doctorate in Economics from the University of Wisconsin. Prior to becoming chancellor, Newell served as President of Wellesley College from 1971–1980, and Associate Provost at the University of Pittsburgh.^[4]

References

External links

• Official Welleley Profile
• Florida Tech Profile
• JSTOR article by Newell

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