Warren Judson Brier

About

American non-fiction author, educator, and collegiate president who is known for his work at the University of Wisconsin River Falls. After working as a superintendent for public schools in Wisconsin, he was hired by the University of Wisconsin to teach literature in 1889. He was promoted to president of the university the same day he was hired as a professor.  

Before Fame

He attended high school in Baraboo and went on to serve as principal and superintendent at various public schools in the area.

Trivia

He authored several books over the course of his career including Writing for Newspapers and News Services, The Frightful Punishment: Con Orem and Montana's Great Glove Fights of the 1860s. He also co-authored the book Twenty-Five Lessons in Citizenship. He was known for his "old school" teaching methods amongst his peers and colleagues. 

Family Life

He was born and raised in Baraboo, Wisconsin.

Associated With

Politician Mark Neumann is a notable alumni of University of Wisconsin River Falls.