Calvin Plimpton

Calvin H Plimpton

Calvin Plimpton
Born	October 7, 1918 New York City, New York, United States
Died	January 30, 2007 Westwood, Massachusetts, United States
Nationality	American
Occupation	Physician, educator
Known for	President of Amherst College, President of American University of Beirut

Calvin Hastings Plimpton (October 7, 1918 – January 30, 2007) was an American physician and educator. He is best known for his tenure as the President of Amherst College and later as the President of the American University of Beirut.

Early Life and Education

Calvin Plimpton was born in New York City, New York. He attended Phillips Exeter Academy and later graduated from Amherst College in 1940. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 1944.

Career

Medical Career

After completing his medical degree, Plimpton served in the United States Army Medical Corps during World War II. Following the war, he worked at various hospitals and medical institutions, including the Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center.

Academic Career

In 1960, Plimpton was appointed as the President of Amherst College, a position he held until 1971. During his tenure, he was instrumental in modernizing the college's curriculum and expanding its facilities.

In 1977, Plimpton became the President of the American University of Beirut, where he served until 1984. His leadership was marked by efforts to maintain the university's operations during the Lebanese Civil War.

Personal Life

Calvin Plimpton was married and had several children. He passed away on January 30, 2007, in Westwood, Massachusetts.

Legacy

Plimpton's contributions to both medical and educational fields have left a lasting impact. His leadership at Amherst College and the American University of Beirut are particularly noted for their significance during challenging times.

See Also

• Amherst College
• American University of Beirut
• Harvard Medical School
• Lebanese Civil War