John J. Starks
John Jacob Starks | |
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| President of Benedict College | |
| In office 1930–1944 | |
| Preceded by | Clarence B. Antisdel |
| Succeeded by | John A. Bacoats |
| President of Morris College | |
| In office 1912–1930 | |
| Preceded by | Edward M. Brawley |
| Succeeded by | Ira David Pinson |
| President of Seneca Institute - Seneca Junior College | |
| In office 1899–1912 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 15, 1872 Ware Shoals, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | January 4, 1944 (aged 71) |
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John Jacob Starks (April 15, 1872 – January 4, 1944) was the 8th president of Benedict College and the first African-American to hold the position.