Biography

A graduate of Smith College, Olga Ellis joined the Springfield College staff in 1946 as Assistant to the Deans. She was quickly promoted to Acting Registrar of Springfield College on August 1, 1947. A position that was soon made permanent and held until she retired. In 1958 she was promoted to the rank of professor at the position of Registrar. She also was the President of the New England Association of College Registrars and Admissions Officers. She retired from Springfield College on March 18th, 1966.

Throughout her time as Registrar she “…displayed the unique ability of combining an analytic mind able to see, digest, and use giant amounts of facts and figures with the equally unique ability to be compassionate and understanding with students.” (Springfield College Commencement Brochure, 1970) She was much beloved and respected by student, staff, and faculty. So much so that she was given an honorary degree of Doctor of Humanics by Springfield College in 1970.

-Written by Jeffrey Monseau, March 2016

Resources used:

Ellis, Olga, E. Folder 1 of 2, Faculty. MEMO; From: Thornton W. Merriam, To: President Limbert.

Springfield College Commencement Brochure, 1970

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