Professor Sharp, born on March 24, 1907, began teaching at Cornell in 1936, as the university's first appointment in anthropology; then he remained devoted to Cornell, creating and directing programs, and teaching at and remaining connected with the university for 56 years.
Professor Sharp, born on March 24, 1907, began teaching at Cornell in 1936, as the university's first appointment in anthropology; then he remained devoted to Cornell, creating and directing programs, and teaching at and remaining connected with the university for 56 years.