Dr. George Ball has passed away

Announcement from President George Bridges:

On Jan. 1, 2012, our colleague and dear friend, George Ball, passed away at the age of 96. He has served Whitman College as a professor of religion and mentor to students since 1960. An anchor on campus and in our community, George was a standard-bearer for ethics and justice, a beloved and exceptional teacher of and adviser to generations of Whitman students, and an extraordinarily decent and caring person.

As news about his memorial service becomes available, I will keep you informed. I have extended the full support of Whitman College to George's wife, Nancy, and his entire family as they cope with this very difficult loss.

Click here to view the "Remembering Dr. George Ball" web site.

Cherished memories — A 2001 Seattle Times piece told a bit of the Dr. Ball story.