Walter Scott Achtert

Background

Achtert, Walter Scott was born on May 23, 1943 in Yeadon, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Alfred Carl Robert and Geraldine (Shollenberger) Achtert.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Drew U., 1965; Master of Arts, New York University, 1966; Doctor of Philosophy, New York University, 1972.

Career

Assistant to executive director, Modern Language Association, New York City, 1967-1972; director book publications and research programs, Modern Language Association, New York City, 1972-1989; director operations publications division, Modern Language Association, New York City, 1989-1990; assistant thesaurus editor, Modern Language Association, New York City, since 1990. Member selection jury Common Wealth Award for Literature, 1980-1988.

Achievements

• Walter Scott Achtert has been listed as a noteworthy Publisher by Marquis Who's Who.

Connections

Father:

Alfred Carl Robert Achtert

Mother:

Geraldine (Shollenberger) Achtert