Former University of Memphis President Thomas G. Carpenter passes away at age 94
“The entire University of Memphis community is saddened to learn of Dr. Carpenter’s passing,” said UofM President M. David Rudd.
Credit: University of Memphis Author: University of Memphis News Release Published: 9:36 AM CST January 12, 2021 Updated: 9:36 AM CST January 12, 2021
MEMPHIS, Tenn. Dr. Thomas G. Carpenter, former University of Memphis President, passed away Jan. 6. He was 94.
Carpenter became the 11th UofM President in 1980. He held the position for 11 years before retiring in 1991, and was succeeded by Dr. V. Lane Rawlins. The Thomas G. Carpenter Student Housing Complex, constructed on the UofM campus in 1990 between Central and Poplar Avenue, is named in his honor.
Former President of University of Memphis dies Former University of Memphis President Dr. Thomas G. Carpenter dies (Source: University of Memphis) By WMC Action News 5 Staff | January 12, 2021 at 10:13 AM CST - Updated January 12 at 10:13 AM
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A former President of the University of Memphis has died. A news release from the University said Dr. Thomas G. Carpenter died on January 6, he was 94 years old.
Carpenter was the 11th president of UofM. He started his presidency in 1980. His presidency was succeeded by Dr. V. Lane Rawlins.
UofM constructed the Thomas G. Carpenter Student Housing Complex in 1990. The building resides between Central Avenue and Poplar Avenue and was named in his honor.
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