Martin Jenkins, Educator, Researcher, President of Morgan State College, 1948-1972

Martin David Jenkins (Sept 4, 1904 - Jun 9, 1978). Educator, researcher known for his work challenging mainstream theories of African American race and intelligence. He was president of Morgan State College from 1948 to 1970 after having taught at NCA&T, Cheyney State and Howard. His doctoral dissertation, “A Socio-Psychological Study of Negro Children of Superior Intelligence” found that intelligence levels were as high for Black children as they were for white ones. He continued this research throughout his career.

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