Famed Columbian Jacques Barzun ’27 passed away at 104. A distinguished teacher, historian, educator, cultural critic and University administrator, Barzun taught Contemporary Civilization for more than 30 years and was a driving force behind the creation of “Humanities A,” which became Literature Humanities.
October 25, 2012

Famed Columbian Jacques Barzun ’27 passed away at 104. A distinguished teacher, historian, educator, cultural critic and University administrator, Barzun taught Contemporary Civilization for more than 30 years and was a driving force behind the creation of “Humanities A,” which became Literature Humanities.

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