Who’s George Harvey Ball and Why Is He Wearing Such a Bizarre-Looking Hat?
Written on November 2nd, 2009 at 02:58 pm by Pete Bekisz.
The Rev. Dr. George Harvey Ball founded Keuka College and Institute on Feb. 18th, 1890, and he served as our first president until his death in 1907. A baptist minister, his vision was to provide a high-quality education to all deserving students, regardless of their economic background; that’s a mission our 18th and current president, as well as the Ball Family, still champions. The College’s original building, which was renovated in 2007, bears his name.
In keeping with Ball’s vision, Keuka College has been cited numerous times by U.S. News and World Report as having graduates who carry some of the least debt loads when compared to the baccalaureate colleges in the north. George’s mission stays alive through the George H. Ball Achievement Award which recognizes high school seniors with solid academic records and involvement in the school and community who demonstrate the importance of social responsibility.
We thought you’d like to get to know George–who he was in 1890 and what his legacy is today. The admissions team will be posting to our Facebook app wall in George’s name to keep his voice alive, honor our past, and remind you why his 120-year-old grand plan is so important today.
And as for the bizarre-looking hat, well, it was just the style back then.
