Henry G. Bennett

Henry G. Bennett (December 14, 1886 – December 22, 1951) was a prominent educational figure in Oklahoma. He served as the president of both Southeastern Oklahoma State University and Oklahoma State University. He was appointed by President Harry S. Truman as the first director of the Point Four Program, a technical assistance program for developing nations.

For other people named Henry Bennett, see Henry Bennet, 1st Earl of Arlington.
Henry G. Bennett
Assistant Secretary of State
In office
November 1950 – December 22, 1951 (his death)
Personal details
Born
Henry Garland Bennett

December 14, 1886
Nevada County, Arkansas, U.S.
DiedDecember 22, 1951
Tehran, Iran
SpouseVera Pearl Connell (m. January 27, 1913–December 22, 1951)
Children5 children
Alma materOuachita Baptist College (BA)
University of Oklahoma (MA)
Columbia University (PhD)
ProfessionEducator, public official
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