Harry Carman

Harry Carman
Dean of Columbia College
In office
1943–1950
Preceded byHerbert Hawkes
Succeeded byLawrence H. Chamberlain
Personal details
Born(1884-01-22)January 22, 1884
Greenfield, New York, U.S.
DiedDecember 26, 1964(1964-12-26) (aged 80)
New York City, New York, U.S.
Alma materSyracuse University (BA)
Columbia University (PhD)

Harry Carman (January 22, 1884 – December 26, 1964) was an American historian, professor and Dean of Columbia College from 1943 to 1950. During his tenure as Dean, Carman was a strong supporter of the college within the university, particularly of its Core Curriculum. One of his most notable students was Jacques Barzun.