Byron
Kenneth Armstrong, born
in Westfield, Indiana, entered Indiana
University where he studied philosophy,
mathematics, and sociology. After
finishing Indiana University, he
earned his Master's degree at Columbia
University in 1913, and subsequently
the Doctor of Philosophy degree from
the University of Michigan. He held
teaching positions in Florida, Indiana,
Kansas, and Oklahoma.
During World War I, he served
as an investigator for the Department
of Labor. He was awarded the Laurel Wreath
in 1935.