Background
Fordham, Sheldon Leroy was born on June 1, 1919 in Walnut, Illinois, United States.
Dean physical education educator
Fordham, Sheldon Leroy was born on June 1, 1919 in Walnut, Illinois, United States.
Bachelor of Science, University Illinois, 1941. Master of Science, University Illinois, 1949. Doctor of Education, Michigan State University, 1963.
Teacher public schools, Illinois, 1945-1947. Member faculty University Illinois, Chicago Circle, 1947-1989. Professor physical education, dean University Illinois, Chicago Circle (College Physical Education and Recreation), 1963-1989.
Consultant in field.
President scholarship board Evergreen Park (Illinois) High School, 1963-1966. Served with United States Naval Reserve, 1942-1945. Member Alliance for Health, Physical Education and Recreation, Association Research, Administration, Professional Councils and Societies, National Association Physical Education in Higher Education, National College Physical Education, Association Men (president 1974), Illinois Association Professional Preparation in Health, Physical Education and Recreation (president 1965).
Son of Lafe L. and Alta (Miller) F. M. Margaret Bischof, January 18, 1945. 1 daughter, Barbara Fordham Lubbers.