08-15-94 Anne Pruitt Logan Receives Watson Award

ANNE PRUITT LOGAN RECEIVES 1994 WATSON AWARD

     COLUMBUS -- Anne Pruitt Logan, a professor and administrator
at The Ohio State University for more than 15 years, has received
the 1994 William H. Watson Jr. Memorial Award in recognition of
her contributions to equal educational opportunities for all
students at the university.

     The award is presented annually by University College at
Ohio State to individuals or groups who embody the ideals and
personal qualities of William Watson, a former associate dean of
the college and professor of agricultural education who died in
1975.  This year's ceremony was held Aug. 1 at the Faculty Club,
with several members of Dr. Watson's family in attendance,
including his widow, Catherine Watson; his son William Watson III
and family; his daughter Linda and her son; and Mrs. Watson's
nieces and their husbands, Dr. and Mrs. Wiley Woodward and Sen.
and Mrs. Ben Espy.

     Pruitt Logan, who is a professor of educational policy and
leadership at Ohio State, was until recently director of the
Center for Instructional Resources.  She is currently on leave,
serving as a consultant to the Council of Graduate Schools in
Washington, D.C.

     "Dr. Anne Pruitt Logan exemplifies the spirit of equal
opportunity for all," said Mac Stewart, dean of University
College in making the presentation.  "We see evidence of this in
her effort to enhance access, improve retention, and increase
financial assistance for the underserved in institutions of
higher education in this country."

     Pruitt Logan has edited a book, In Pursuit of Equal
Opportunity in Higher Education, which compiles research studies
of court-ordered desegregation and she is considered one of the
foremost authorities on the subject.

     She developed an innovative program at Ohio State called
Teaching for Minority Student Retention, which was designed to
minimize the classroom obstacles for minority students.  She has
recently made several international presentations on strategies
for stimulating faculty involvement in minority student
retention.

     "Dr. Pruitt's work has had a significant influence on the
progression of minority students from the freshman year to post-
doctorate level at colleges and universities in America," Stewart
said.  "She also embodies the ideals of professionalism, grace
and charm.  She is truly a leader, educator and innovator."
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Contact: Mac Stewart, (614) 292-6344.


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