SHIRLEY WASKEL

Class of 1953
​Inducted in 2000

Dr. Shirley Waskel was inducted into the SHSAA Hall of Fame in 2000.

Dr. Shirley Waskel is a Professor of Gerontology and Director of the Program for Women and Successful Aging at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.  She began her teaching career at St. Paul, Iowa in 1960 and is known today as one of the national leaders in aging and successful living. 

​She has been named to numerous editions of Who's Who in America.  Dr. Waskel has also received the Excellence in Teaching Award and the Chancellor's Commission on the Status of Women Outstanding Achievement Award.