Deike, George H., 1879-1963
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George H. Deike was born on July 24, 1879 in Brooklyn, NY. Graduating from Pennsylvania State College in 1903, he became president of the Penn State Alumni Association from 1922 to 1924. He was appointed to the Board of Trustees in 1925, became vice president of the board in 1947, president in 1956, and president emeritus in 1958. He served the Board until his death on July 16, 1963. The Earth Sciences Building at University Park campus is named in his honor.
From the description of George H. Deike papers, 1878-1931. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 244793873
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Subjects:
- Coal mines and mining
- College trustees
- Military history
- Mining engineers
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- Pennsylvania--University Park (as recorded)
