Alderson, Donald K. (Donald Keith), 1923-1981
Dates
- Existence: February 25, 1923 - November 18, 1981
Biography
Donald Keith Alderson was born February 25, 1923 in King City, Missouri to Thomas Alderson and Marcia Dykes Alderson. He attended KU and earned two degrees from the University, a bachelor’s in business in 1945 and a master’s in education in 1960. Alderson won the University Man of the Year in 1945.
He first worked at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company before returning to KU in 1948 to work as the assistant dean of men. Alderson was appointed to be KU’s Dean of Men in 1953. He served in this position for 25 years until he became the Dean of Student Services in 1978.
Donald Alderson died on November 18, 1981.
[Information taken from Don Alderson’s obituary.]
Found in 1 Record:
Alderson and Whitaker family papers
The Alderson and Whitaker Families collection contains materials related to both the Alderson and Whitaker families, though it primarily focuses on Betty and Donald Alderson. It includes cards, correspondence, photographs, news clippings, datebooks, planners, and materials related to both Betty and Donald Alderson’s interests. Other family members found in this collection include Thomas Whitney Alderson, Marcia Alderson, and Susan Alderson.