Anthony F. Turhollow

Anthony F. Turhollow was a Professor of History at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) from 1953 to 1986. He served as Chair of the History Department (1958–1978) and Dean of the Graduate Division (1978–1986). Alongside Clinton Albertson, S.J., he co-founded the University Honors Program and later directed it. His administrative roles bolstered LMU's academic profile while maintaining his commitment to teaching. He received a Fulbright Grant in 1960 to teach at Annamalai University in India. Turhollow passed away in 2001, but his legacy endures through the Dr. Anthony F. Turhollow History Conference Room, the Anthony F. Turhollow Award for Distinguished Leadership, and a group study room in the William H. Hannon Library named in his honor.

Education:

• Bachelor's degrees in Education and History from Rutgers University
• Master's degree in History from Rutgers University
• Ph.D. in History from the University of California, Berkeley

Turhollow's research and teaching focused on history, with particular engagement in American, Catholic, and military history. His administrative leadership reshaped academic governance and institutional growth at LMU. Beyond his academic contributions, he served as a Captain in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during World War II.

Awards and Recognition:

• Fulbright Grant (1960)
• Honorary seminar room and award named posthumously

His advising and mentorship inspired students to pursue advanced degrees in history, preparing them for academic careers. The University Honors Program, co-founded with Albertson, remains a cornerstone of LMU's academic excellence. His legacy also includes leadership roles in professional organizations such as the American Catholic Historical Association and the Organization of American Historians.