I usually write about my community for my Friday newsletters; however, the 1950 US Federal Census is on my mind, so I’m going to write about what that census reveals about The College of William and Mary – the main draw that leads people to retire to Williamsburg. Full disclosure (although this is not news to anyone who knows me): I attended William and Mary from 1965 to 1969, graduating with a degree in Economics. It’s where I met Tim, and it has been an important part of our lives throughout our marriage. We moved to Williamsburg in 1998 and have loved living here ever since.
What a fascinating post. I love that the college is so old. Boy - everyone worked long hours then didn't they? The terminology is interesting. President. I don't know what they call them here. I'm thinking Dean. Looking at University of Queensland colleges it seems to be Head or Principal - Warden in one which I think sounds a bit grim. Dad's old college at Sydney Uni, Wesley, has a Master.
Great piece! I love the 1920's drawing of the campus. At St. Mary's College of Maryland at the same time as your were here, we had both the Dean of Women and the Housemother living in our dorm, Queen Anne Hall. The president of the school was May Russell, a woman I knew, admired and loved. The '60's were very hard on her.
What a fascinating post. I love that the college is so old. Boy - everyone worked long hours then didn't they? The terminology is interesting. President. I don't know what they call them here. I'm thinking Dean. Looking at University of Queensland colleges it seems to be Head or Principal - Warden in one which I think sounds a bit grim. Dad's old college at Sydney Uni, Wesley, has a Master.
Great piece! I love the 1920's drawing of the campus. At St. Mary's College of Maryland at the same time as your were here, we had both the Dean of Women and the Housemother living in our dorm, Queen Anne Hall. The president of the school was May Russell, a woman I knew, admired and loved. The '60's were very hard on her.
Have you walked around the campus very much? I should give you a personalized tour sometime.
I would love that!
Very interesting and entertaining!