Bernard F. Sliger | |
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| President Emeritus of Florida State University | |
| In office 1976–1991 | |
| Preceded by | J. Stanley Marshall |
| Succeeded by | Dale W. Lick |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 30, 1924 Chassell Township, Houghton County, Michigan |
| Died | October 10, 2007 (aged 83) Marquette, Michigan |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Greta Taube (m. 1945) |
| Children | 4, including Nan, Paul, Greta & Sten |
| Education | Michigan State University (BEc, MEc, PhD) |
| Occupation | American economist College President |
| Known for | Expanding Florida State University |
Bernard Francis Sliger (September 30, 1924 – October 10, 2007) was an American educator and economist.[1] He served as president of Florida State University for 15 years, from 1976 to 1991. Nearly all sources referred to him as an extremely "popular" president.[1][2]
- ^ a b "Bernard F. Sliger". president.fsu.edu. Florida State University. Retrieved 25 June 2023.
- ^ Ensley, Gerald (October 11, 2007). "Beloved former FSU leader Bernie Sliger dies". Tallahassee Democrat.