Lawrence A. Kimpton
1910–1973 (age 63)
Academic Administrator
Biography
Lawrence A. Kimpton (1910–1973) served as a respected academic administrator, guiding his institution with a commitment to rigorous scholarship and inclusive dialogue. He believed education could be a force for thoughtful citizenship and sought to create spaces where ideas could flourish.
Kimpton encouraged students and faculty alike to pursue daring questions while remaining grounded in humane values, leaving a campus culture rooted in curiosity and kindness. He was laid to rest near Rockefeller Chapel, a fitting site for one who cherished learning.