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.