John W. Atherton
John Atherton | |
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Atherton in 1965 | |
| 1st President of Pitzer College | |
| In office 1963–1970 | |
| Preceded by | Position established |
| Succeeded by | Robert H. Atwell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 17, 1916 |
| Died | October 30, 2001 (aged 85) |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | Amherst College (BA) University of Chicago (MA, PhD) |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Navy |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
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John William Atherton (October 17, 1916 – October 30, 2001) was an American poet, professor, and the founding president of Pitzer College.