Morris Meister

Dr. Morris Meister was the founder and first principal of the Bronx High School of Science as well as the first president of Bronx Community College.[1] He is noteworthy for his support and application of laboratory-based methods in science education as well as interdisciplinary study.

Legacy

Meister Auditorium, the Auditorium of the Bronx High School of Science, is named after Dr. Meister. His portrait is displayed at its doors.

Meister Hall, a building on the campus of Bronx Community College, is named after Dr. Meister.

References
  1. Bronx Community College (17 September 2006). "History & Architecture". Bronx Community College. Retrieved 31 January 2020.
Academic offices
Preceded by
none		 President of
Bronx Community College
1959 — 1966		 Succeeded by
James A. Colston
Preceded by
none		 Principal of the
Bronx High School of Science
1938 — 1958		 Succeeded by
Dr. Alexander Taffel


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