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Emery C. Jennings MAT ’61

Emery C. Jennings MAT ’61, July 19, 2010, in Littleton, Colorado. Emery earned a BS in economics from Lawrence University, a master's in teaching from Reed in mathematics, and a PhD from the University of Denver. He taught high school and college mathematics, including a stint at Lower Columbia Junior College in Longview, Washington. For seven years, he worked as an industrial accountant before entering the field of school administration. At Arapahoe Community College in Littleton, Colorado, he served as dean of admission, vice president, and acting president, and was appointed treasurer and business manager at St. John's College in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Emery married Jean Weeks in Longview, Washington, in 1952; they were together for 44 years. They retired in Littleton in 1986. Survivors include two brothers.

Appeared in Reed magazine: September 2011

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