Biography

Born in Maryland and educated in Baltimore's public schools, Tall earned her bachelor's degree at Columbia University and her doctorate at the University of Maryland. A strong, energetic leader, she guided the institution through its major transition into a 4-year college in response to the State’s changing requirement for teacher education. In 1935, the MSNS changed its name to the Maryland State Teachers College and implemented a four-year course leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. Under Tall's leadership, the College continued to expand and improve its programs, receiving national recognition for the quality of its programs and faculty. Of special interest to Tall was attracting good students to Towson and enriching their lives. She was active in the development of social and educational events and programs, promoted student government and numerous clubs and established the first honor society. An astute and capable administrator, Tall was also an avid traveler and an internationally known speaker

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