Background
Baker, David Kenneth was born on October 2, 1923 in Glasgow, Scotland. Son of David Thomas and Edith (Horner) Baker. came to the United States, 1946, naturalized, 1956.
Baker, David Kenneth was born on October 2, 1923 in Glasgow, Scotland. Son of David Thomas and Edith (Horner) Baker. came to the United States, 1946, naturalized, 1956.
Bachelor of Science, McMaster University, 1946. Doctor of Philosophy, University Pennsylvania, 1953.
Professor physics, Union College, Schenectady, 1953-1965; manager professional personnel, research and development laboratory, General Electric Company, 1965-1967; vice president, dean, St. Lawrence University, Canton, New York, 1967-1976; president, Harvey Mudd College, Claremont, California, since 1976. Consultant National Science Foundation.
Member American Institute Physics, American Association of University Professors, Newcomen Society Clubs: Rotary. California (Los Angeles). University (Claremont).
Married Vivian Christian Perry, September 13, 1947. Children— Paul D. (deceased), Richard R.