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Joseph C. Palamountain Jr.
Joseph C. Palamountain Jr., Skidmore’s
fourth president, took office in 1965. A political scientist
with a doctorate from Harvard, Dr. Palamountain came to Skidmore
from Wesleyan University, where he was provost. He guided Skidmore
through a period of dynamic growth and change. Under his leadership,
the development of the College’s new physical plant progressed
rapidly.
Dr. Palamountain’s 22-year presidency was characterized by impressive
growth in the academic and financial areas of the College. Skidmore
experienced the doubling of the student body and major increases
in applications; the near doubling of the faculty; the transition
from a women’s college to a coeducational institution; and the
creation of one of the first external degree program in New
York State, the University Without Walls.
During Dr. Palamountain's presidency there were two innovative
curriculum changes and the chartering of a Phi Beta Kappa chapter.
The financial health of Skidmore was bolstered by growth in
the endowment and in the College’s net worth, due in part to
the launching of the $25-million Celebration Campaign in 1985.
Palamountain Hall is named in his honor.
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