Background
Wheeler, Kenneth William was born on March 7, 1929 in Amarillo, Texas, United States. Son of Homer N. and Bertha (Campbell) Wheeler.
Wheeler, Kenneth William was born on March 7, 1929 in Amarillo, Texas, United States. Son of Homer N. and Bertha (Campbell) Wheeler.
Bachelor of Arts, University Texas, 1951; diplome D'etudes Degré Superieur, Sorbonne, Paris, 1956; Doctor of Philosophy, University Rochester, 1963.
Lecturer, instructor history and city planning, assistant dean Graduate School, Ohio State University, 1960-1966; associate dean, Metropolitan College acting dean, director, MetroCenter associate professor of history, Boston University, 1967-1969; professor of history, dean, University College, Rutgers University, 1969-1972; provost, University College, Rutgers University, 1972-1987; senior vice president academic affairs, Rutgers University, 1987-1991; University professor of history, Rutgers University, since 1974. Member visiting committee Harvard University, 1972-1980, advising committee Lahey Clinic, since 1989, Planned Parenthood, since 1988.
Trustee New Brunswick Tomorrow, George Street Theatre, Rutgers Preparatory School Served with Army of the United States, 1951-1953. Member American History Association, Organization American Historians, Society des amis des Universities de Paris, Urban League, Century Association Lotos Club (New York City), Palo Duro (Texas), Phi Kappa Psi, Delta Sigma Pi. Clubs: Century Association (New York City), Palo Duro (Texas).
Children: Amanda, Philip, David.