In Memory of Nate Smith, 1930-2026
01/23/2026
On January 16, 2026, Professor of History Emeritus Nate Smith passed away, just a few weeks before his 96th birthday.
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On January 16, 2026, Professor of History Emeritus Nate Smith passed away, just a few weeks before his 96th birthday.
On March 1st, 2001, Dr. Cornel West spoke at Washington College as part of the Casey Academic Center Forum. The topic was “Race in the 21st Century.”
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Washington College has seen many young men put their education on hold to serve their country in times of war. Sadly, some never made it back to walk for their degree.
While flipping through an old copy of the Pegasus, I couldn’t help but notice Jean Gill.
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