Kowalski, Lydia A., 1949-

Lydia A. Kowalski (1949- ) served from 1985 to 1988 as the only Executive Director of the Arnold Arboretum. Kowalski, who had a background in managing non-profit organizations, managed the day-to-day operations of the Arboretum while Director Peter Ashton managed academic affairs and was involved in research that required extensive travel. When Dr. Aston retired, the administration of the Arboretum was reorganized and Kowalski resigned.

From the description of Papers of Lydia A. Kowalski, 1985-1988 (inclusive). (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 41105625