This rare c1924 photo is of Dr. Edward Conradi, the President ofFlorida State College For Women President (FSCW).
Approximate size: 4 inches x 4.9 inches
Dr. Edward Conradi served as the President of the Florida State College for Women, now known as Florida State University, from 1909 to 1941. Dr. Edward Conradi was the longest-serving president there. He was appointed as the dean in 1909 and shortly after, he became the president. Born in Ohio, Dr. Conradi earned a Ph.D. in psychology from Clark University in Indiana.
His contributions to the college were significant. By 1915, he had developed a program that was recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. In 1924, the institution was approved by the Association of American Universities. Each year of his administration, he added personnel and equipment to the growing institution.
While serving as president, Dr. Conradi also taught the college's first experimental psychology course. His contributions resulted in his name being given to a Florida State University biology building and to the College of Arts and Sciences' first Endowed Chair in the Psychology Department in 1991.
His wife, Augusta Grothaus Conradi, took great interest in the students of Florida State College for Women. She was a charter member of the College Dames Club, established in 1926. The club established a fund for college seniors who needed financial assistance. Upon her death, the fund was named the Conradi Fund.
Mrs. Conradi also took an active role in the social affairs of Tallahassee and served as president of the Women's Club. The theatre in the Williams Building was given her name because of her love and interest in the arts.
The photo was taken by D.C. Adams, a Tallahassee, Florida photographer.
The name on the back, Flower, is referencing FSCW student Hazel Flower, who was also on Florida State College for Womens basketball team.
The first reference photo is the building at FSU named after Dr. Conradi.
The second and third reference photo are photos of him later in life.
May have discoloring, edge or corner wear, marks, creases, fading, smudges, corner or edge bends, tears, or corners missing.
In particular, there are several discolorations on the front and back, more prominent on the back. Several of the corners are bent, especially the top left and bottom right.
(E70 inventory number)