John A. Curry

American academic administrator (1934–2023)

John A. Curry (May 12, 1934 – April 21, 2023) was an American academic administrator who was the President of Northeastern University from 1989 to 1996. Prior to serving as president, Curry was the university's Executive Vice President.2

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Born May 12, 1934, died 2023.1

About

Curry was the first alumnus to serve as Northeastern's president.

Curry grew up in the city of Lynn, Massachusetts, and graduated from Lynn English High School where he became a member of the Lynn English sport's hall of fame.

After receiving both his bachelor's and master's degree from Northeastern University, Curry went on to earn his Doctor of Education from Boston University. Curry was the husband of Marcia Curry, with whom he has three children; Robert Curry, Timothy Curry, and Susan Brown. The "John and Marcia Curry Student Center" was dedicated to President Curry following his retirement from Northeastern University.

During Curry's tenure, Northeastern University built a new science and engineering research center, a state-of-the-art classroom building, a recreation complex, and added new undergraduate and graduate programs. Curry also restructured the university and established a computer network on campus. In 1993, Curry hosted President Bill Clinton.

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Early life and education

  • Date not recordedBoston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development3
  • Date not recordedBoston University3
  • Date not recordedEnglish High School3
  • Date not recordedNortheastern University3

Career

Occupation: business executive.5

Personal life

  • CitizenshipUnited States6

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