Warren J. Winstead
Dr. Warren J. Winstead | |
|---|---|
| President of Nova Southeastern University | |
| In office 1964–1970 | |
| Succeeded by | Abraham S. Fischler |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 10, 1927 Virginia |
| Died | December 3, 2001 (aged 74) Callao, Virginia |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Winstead |
| Children | Warren J. Winstead, Jr. Wendy Winstead Mellie Winstead Major Scott Winstead |
| Alma mater | BS, MS University of Richmond Ph.D. Harvard University |
| Profession | President & Professor |
Warren J. Winstead (November 10, 1927 – December 3, 2001) was an American academic administrator and educator. He was the first president of Nova Southeastern University, then known as Nova University of Advanced Technology. His leadership played a critical role in shaping the university’s early direction, particularly in its emphasis on graduate-level education and interdisciplinary learning.[1]
Early life and education
Winstead was born on November 10, 1927. He received his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Master of Science (M.S.) degrees from the University of Richmond.[2] He later earned a Certificate of Advanced Study (C.A.S.) and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from Harvard University.[2]
Career
Before assuming the presidency at Nova, Winstead held administrative roles in higher education. In 1964, he was appointed the founding president of Nova University (now Nova Southeastern University), a graduate-level institution focused on science and technology.[1] He played a key role in developing the university’s original academic framework and guiding its early mission.[3] His tenure ended in 1970 when he was succeeded by Abraham S. Fischler, an advocate for distance education.[4]
Legacy
Warren Winstead’s tenure marked the foundational years of Nova University. Under his leadership, the institution gained recognition for its innovation in graduate and interdisciplinary education.[1] His vision helped position the university as a forward-thinking educational model in the state of Florida.[5]
Death
He died on December 3, 2001, at the age of 74.[6]
References
- ^ a b c Time (December 9, 1966). "Making the Grade". Time. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
- ^ a b "Warren Winstead, First President of what was incorporated as Nova University". NSUWorks. Nova Southeastern University. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
- ^ "Presidential Timeline – Nova Southeastern University". Nova Southeastern University. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
- ^ "Nova's Early Visionaries". Sun-Sentinel. March 5, 2000. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
- ^ Fischler, A.S. (1985). The History of Nova University. Nova University Press. pp. 15–17.
- ^ "Warren J. Winstead Obituary". Legacy.com. Retrieved May 20, 2025.