Background
Parsons, Irene was born in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, United States. Daughter of Everett T. and Martha (Minton) Parsons.
Parsons, Irene was born in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, United States. Daughter of Everett T. and Martha (Minton) Parsons.
Bachelor of Science in Business Edition and Adminstrn, U. North Carolina, 1941; honorary Doctor of Laws, U. North Carolina, 1967; Master of Science in Public Adminstrn, George Washington University, 1965.
Teacher, Roanoake Rapids (North Carolina) High School, 1941-1942; representative, United States Civil Service Commission, 1942-1943. Executive committee President's Study Group Careers for Women.
Served to Lieutenant United States Coast Guard Reserve, 1943-1946. Member Association Federal Woman's Award Recipients (chairman 1972-1976).