Jane McIllroy plaque dedication/Celebrate Linfield women's athletics 10/1/2022
See video https://youtu.be/Al6vJUPAdAc
Plaque (see photo) text reads:
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“Dr. Jane S. Mcllroy
Professor of Health and Physical Education
Director of Women's Athletics
1950-1982
“Dr. Jane Mcllroy was a pioneer in every respect.
"From the moment she joined Linfield College in 1950, she was a persistent advocate for women's opportunities in academics and athletics. For 32 years, she served as professor, Director of Women's Athletics, coach and mentor, and laid a foundation of courageous and authentic leadership that continues to this day. Her name and spirit live on in the Mcllroy-Lewis sports award given yearly to the most competitive institution in the Northwest Conference.
“Mcllroy was a World War II veteran, sailor and climber of mountains personal, professional and topographical.”
