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]