Mary Kruse Thompson

Background

Thompson, Mary Kruse was born on October 22, 1931 in Mankato, Minnesota, United States. Daughter of Cyril Frederic and Ramona (Shepherd) Kruse.

Education

Bachelor, University Minnesota, 1954. Master of Arts, University Minnesota, 1957.

Career

Art teacher Taylors Falls High School, Minnesota, Blake School for Boys, Hopkins, Richfield High School. Instructor Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, University Minnesota, Minneapolis, 1970—1975. Member, faculty Willmar Community College, since 1958.

Achievements

• Mary Kruse Thompson has been listed as a notable artist, educator by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Board directors Women's Association Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra, Minneapolis Women's Club, Kandiyohi Art Association. Member of American Association of University Professors, Wisconsin Women in Arts, National Art Education Association, Minnesota Education Association, Southwestern Minnesota Art and Humanities Council, Midwest Pastel Society, Minnesota State Medical Auxiliary, Minneapolis Woman's Club, Minneapolis Woman's Club, Delta Phi Delta, University Minnesota Alumnae Association.

Connections

Married Russell A. Thompson, September 12, 1975. Children: Julie Ann, Peter Joseph, Mary Susan.