Principal William Peterson Letterbooks, 1897-1919

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Author/collaborator
Title
Principal William Peterson Letterbooks, 1897-1919
Abstract
The Scottish-born and graduate of universities in Scotland, England and Germany, William Peterson (1856-1921) served as Principal of McGill University from 1895 to 1919. As an administrator Peterson showed considerable skill in the engagement of staff and in the management of finance. His administration at McGill saw the creation of Macdonald College and the Conservatorium of Music, and expansion in both the sciences and the arts. He also oversaw the development of the McGill University College of British Columbia, which later became the University of British Columbia.
Place
Montreal
Publisher
University Archives, McGill University
Date
1973
# of Pages
22 p.
Language
en
Citation
Winkler, Linda Mary. Principal William Peterson Letterbooks, 1897-1919. Montreal: University Archives, McGill University, 1973.
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