Giles, Frederic T. (Frederic Thomas), 1916-1994

Frederic Thomas Giles was born in Sprague, Washington, in 1916. He was educated at the University of Washington and served as president of Everett Community College from 1953-1961. He then began work at the University of Washington as the director of junior college relations and professor of education. In the former position, he was responsible for junior college curricula as it pertained to university curricula, and he acted as general liaison between junior colleges and university academic staff. Giles became the dean of the UW College of Education in 1967 and held that position until 1982. Prof. Giles participated in several national associations concerned with higher education. He was interested in the development of the community college as an institution and was a strong advocate for public school education.

From the description of Frederic T. Giles papers, 1958-1983. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 57302113

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