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Ronald W. Roskens

AKA Ronald William Roskens

Born: 11-Dec-1932
Birthplace: Spencer, IA

Gender: Male
Religion: Protestant [1]
Race or Ethnicity: White
Sexual orientation: Straight
Occupation: Business
Party Affiliation: Republican

Nationality: United States
Executive summary: President, University of Nebraska, 1977-78


[1] United Church of Christ.

Father: William E. Roskens
Mother: Delores A. L. Beving
Wife: Lois Grace Lister (m. 22-Aug-1954, three daugters, one son)
Daughter: Elizabeth
Daughter: Barbara
Daughter: Brenda
Son: William

    University: BA, University of Northern Iowa (1953)
    University: MA, University of Northern Iowa (1955)
    University: PhD, University of Iowa (1958)
    Professor: Kent State University
    Administrator: EVP, Kent State University
    Administrator: President, University of Nebraska (1977-89)

    Global Connections, Inc. President (1996-)
    US Agency for International Development Administrator (1990-92)
    Member of the Board of ConAgra (1992-)
    Member of the Board of MFS Communications Company, Inc.
    American Council on Education Past Chairman
    Council on Foreign Relations
    Order of DeMolay
    Freemasonry Scottish Rite
    National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges
    Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society National President (1986-90)
    Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity
    Young Men's Christian Association Omaha






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