Maurice Cole Tanquary
American entomologist
Maurice Cole Tanquary's AcademicInfluence.com Rankings
Download Badge
Biology
Maurice Cole Tanquary's Degrees
- PhD Entomology University of California, Berkeley
- Masters Entomology University of California, Berkeley
- Bachelors Biology University of California, Berkeley
Similar Degrees You Can Earn
Why Is Maurice Cole Tanquary Influential?
(Suggest an Edit or Addition)According to Wikipedia, Maurice Cole Tanquary was a professor of entomology, a member of the Crocker Land Expedition and is considered to be a pioneer in modern beekeeping. Early life Tanquary was the son of Thomas J. and Florence A. Tanquaary. He was born and raised in Lawrenceville, Illinois, grew up on a farm and attended local public schools. He furthered his education at Vincennes University, where he played an active role in the Tau Phi Delta society, contributing to its initial constitution and by-laws. In 1903, he graduated from Vincennes University and subsequently taught at Lawrence County's public schools for four years. Pursuing higher education, he sought degrees at the University of Illinois, obtaining his AB in 1907, MA in 1908, and PhD in 1912. During his time at the University of Illinois, Tanquary worked as a part-time assistant to the State Entomologist of Illinois between 1908 and 1909. He also undertook summer studies at Harvard University in 1910 and served as a field agent for the State Entomologist of Minnesota in 1911. Notably, Tanquary played an active role in campus life, founding the Ionian Literary Society and becoming a charter member of the Acacia fraternity. He served as the national treasurer of Acacia from 1908 to 1909.
Maurice Cole Tanquary's Published Works
Published Works
This paper list is powered by the following services:
Other Resources About Maurice Cole Tanquary
What Schools Are Affiliated With Maurice Cole Tanquary?
Maurice Cole Tanquary is affiliated with the following schools:
