Samuel Williamson (academic)
Samuel Williamson | |
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| 2nd President of Davidson College | |
| In office 1841–1854 | |
| Preceded by | Robert Hall Morrison |
| Succeeded by | Drury Lacy Jr. |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 12, 1795 York County, South Carolina |
| Died | March 12, 1882 Hempstead County, Arkansas |
| Alma mater | University of South Carolina |
| Profession | Pastor professor |
Samuel Williamson was the second president of Davidson College. After graduating from the University of South Carolina, Williamson entered the ministry. He arrived at Davidson in 1839 as a professor and then was appointed as president in 1841, becoming the longest serving president of the college during the 19th century.[1] While president, Williamson steered the college through financial uncertainty while also building the Eumenean and Philanthropic Halls.[2]
References[edit]
- ^ "Rev. Samuel Williamson b. 12 Jun 1795 ____, York Co., SC d. 12 Mar 1882: Davidson Genealogies". www.davidsongenealogy.com. Retrieved July 2, 2017.
- ^ "Williamson, Samuel – Davidson College Archives & Special Collections". libraries.davidson.edu. Retrieved July 2, 2017.
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