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| Michael Harrington Photo by David Lyko |
Michael Harrington, professor emeritus of philosophy and religion, died Oct. 6, 2007, after more than 37 years of service to The University of Mississippi. Harrington joined the department in 1970 after receiving his doctorate in philosophy from Emory University and served as chair of the department from 1991 to 2005. He retired in 2006.
Harrington’s influence was felt beyond the philosophy and religion department. He played a key role in establishing UM’s Center for the Study of Southern Culture. He was an important leader within the College. Through his involvement with the Mississippi Humanities Council since its inception in 1972, he promoted the humanities across the state and was recognized with MHC’s Public Humanities Achievement Award in 2007.
“Michael Harrington was an important part of this university for over 30 years,” said Glenn Hopkins, dean of the College of Liberal Arts. “A dedicated and popular teacher, he influenced generations of students, and, as an administrator, he led his department with good sense and an unfailing dedication to improving the education of students here. This university is better because of him.”