Black, Sarah "Betty" (1942-2002)

Betty Black

Human Development and Family Studies professor Betty Black earned an undergraduate degree in Music from Webster College and a Masters degree in Music Theory from the Eastman Music Conservatory. She later enrolled at the University of Texas where she was awarded a Masters degree and PhD in Early Childhood Education. In 1986, Black was appointed assistant professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies as UW. While serving as director of the UW Laboratory Preschool, she expanded and improved the preschool's programs, and it became the first university-affiliated preschool of its type to receive the highest level of national accreditation. She also worked as an advocate for children through her membership on several university committees related to child care policy. After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Black passed away on April 12, 2002.