Frederick Middlebush
Encyclopedia
Frederick Middlebush was an American educator and thirteenth president of the University of Missouri
in Columbia, Missouri
from 1935-1954. His presidency was the longest term ever served at the University. His presidency included the completion of the Memorial Union
and a tripling in enrollment after World War II
. Middlebush Hall is named in his honor. He is buried in Columbia at the Columbia Cemetery
University of Missouri
The University of Missouri System is a state university system providing centralized administration for four universities, a health care system, an extension program, five research and technology parks, and a publishing press. More than 64,000 students are currently enrolled at its four campuses...
in Columbia, Missouri
Columbia, Missouri
Columbia is the fifth-largest city in Missouri, and the largest city in Mid-Missouri. With a population of 108,500 as of the 2010 Census, it is the principal municipality of the Columbia Metropolitan Area, a region of 164,283 residents. The city serves as the county seat of Boone County and as the...
from 1935-1954. His presidency was the longest term ever served at the University. His presidency included the completion of the Memorial Union
Memorial Union (University of Missouri)
Memorial Union serves as a community center for the University of Missouri by providing meeting rooms, technology centers, dining facilities, and playing host to many special events...
and a tripling in enrollment after World War II
World War II
World War II, or the Second World War , was a global conflict lasting from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations—including all of the great powers—eventually forming two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis...
. Middlebush Hall is named in his honor. He is buried in Columbia at the Columbia Cemetery