Anita Aldrich (1996) - Indiana University Athletics Hall of Fame

Anita Aldrich

Induction:
1996

A forerunner in women's athletics at IU since 1964...Professor of Education and chair of Women's Physical Education in the School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation...Acting Dean of the School of HPER, 1975-1976...Chair of combined Departments of Physical Education for men and women, 1977-1980 ...first woman appointed to the Athletics Committee in 1971 and served as chair from 1978-1985... wrote "The Development of Women's Intercollegiate Athletics at Indiana University from 1972-1992" ...National President of the American Association for HPER, 1962-1963...women's advisor to President Kennedy's Council for Physical Fitness, 1961...Who's Who of American Women, 1967...Outstanding Educators of America, 1971...Honor Award of the American Association for HPER, 1960...The Leadership Recognition Award of Indiana Association of HPER for distinguished Service and Outstanding Contributions in HPER...Award for Outstanding Service in the Advancement of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation from the Athletic Institute...member of the American Academy of Physical Education... advisor and consultant to the IU Athletic Department.