Background
Smith, J. Otis was born on August 30, 1941 in Wilmington, North Carolina, United States. Son of J. Otis and Karey (Bailey) Smith.
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Smith, J. Otis was born on August 30, 1941 in Wilmington, North Carolina, United States. Son of J. Otis and Karey (Bailey) Smith.
Bachelor, Oberlin College, 1963. Master of Arts, Temple University, 1965. Doctor of Education, Temple University, 1971.
Assistant dean of students, Temple University, Philadelphia, 1966-1971; associate professor then professor psychology, Cheyney (Pennsylvania) U., since 1973; vice president student affairs, Cheyney (Pennsylvania) U., 1973-1975. Treasurer Stand By Systems II Inc., Philadelphia, since 1978, president, 1976-1978.
Treasurer Philadelphia Swimming Advisory Council, since 1981. Member American Association Counseling and Development (treasurer 1984, chairman professional development directorate 1990-1991), Association Multicultural Counseling and Development (treasurer 1982-1983), Alpha Phi Alpha.
Married Theresa Hill, August 14, 1965. Children: J. Otis III, Karen Michelle, J. Ryan.