Athens State College - Columns Yearbook (Athens, AL)

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President Frank N. Philpot Dr. Frank Newton Philpot, a 1938 graduate of Athens College, re- turned to Athens June 30, 1966, and assumed the reins of the presiden- cy from Interim President, Dr. Guy E. Snavely. Dr. Philpot came to Athens after a distinguished tour of teaching at several colleges and universities around the United States. The President is noteworthy as an example of the success of the Athens alumni, especially in the field of education. Dr. Philpot received a master ' s degree from Auburn Uni- versity and a doctor ' s degree from Columbia University. Dr. Philpot brought his family with him to the President ' s Mansion at 21 1 South Beaty Street. He is married to Frances English Philpot, a na- tive daughter of Athens. The Philpots have two sons, Kenneth Joe, studying at Stanford, and Frank Allen who is enrolled at Vanderbilt.

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Intellectual

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The President ' s home is often the scene of entertaining for both faculty and students. The annual New Students reception is always well at- tended. Dr. and Mrs. Bert Hayes are being served by the Philpots. The First Family of Ath- ens College. Dr. Frank N. Philpot, Kenneth Joe, Frank Allen, and Mrs. Philpot. 11