Ferdinand D. Bluford
Dr. Ferdinand Douglass Bluford | |
|---|---|
| 3rd President of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University | |
| In office 1922–1955 | |
| Preceded by | James B. Dudley |
| Succeeded by | Warmoth T. Gibbs |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 4, 1882 Capahosic, Virginia, US |
| Died | December 21, 1955 (aged 73) Greensboro, North Carolina, US |
| Spouse | Hazel K Diffay Bluford |
| Residence(s) | The Oaks Greensboro, North Carolina |
| Alma mater | Virginia Union University Howard University |
| Profession | Educator |
Ferdinand Douglass Bluford (August 4, 1882 – December 21, 1955) was an American educator, and the third president of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Bluford headed the college for 30 years, serving longer than any president or chancellor in the school's history.