Samuel Williamson (academic)
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]
Samuel Williamson | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
References
- "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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