Robert E. Wolverton Sr. Obituary, MSU Member Robert E. Wolverton Has Sadly Died

Robert E. Bob Wolverton Sr. Obituary, Death In Memoriam: Dr. Robert E. Bob Wolverton, Sr. Starkville, Miss. Mississippi State University is somber as it mourns the passing of one of its most revered icons, Dr. Robert E. Bob Wolverton, Sr., who departed this world on December 15 at the age of 98. With a

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Robert E. “Bob” Wolverton Sr. Obituary, Death –  In Memoriam: Dr. Robert E. “Bob” Wolverton, Sr. Starkville, Miss.— Mississippi State University is somber as it mourns the passing of one of its most revered icons, Dr. Robert E. “Bob” Wolverton, Sr., who departed this world on December 15 at the age of 98. With a career spanning approximately 70 years, Wolverton left an indelible mark on the institution he dedicated much of his life to.

Born in Indiana, Wolverton joined the Mississippi State University community in 1977, embarking on a remarkable journey that included over 40 years of service to the university. His legacy encompasses a multifaceted career, from professor of classics to various administrative roles, shaping the academic landscape at MSU. President Mark E. Keenum reflected on Wolverton’s profound impact, stating, “Dr. Wolverton was a true treasure at Mississippi State.

” Keenum not only recognized Wolverton’s commitment to MSU’s academic excellence but also cherished the personal connection, describing Wolverton as a friend and mentor. Throughout his tenure, Wolverton championed the university’s successful efforts to obtain a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s most prestigious honor society. His instrumental role in achieving this milestone over a 40-year period showcased his unwavering dedication to academic excellence.

Wolverton’s enthusiasm for teaching classics persisted well into his 90s. He inspired generations of Bulldogs with the works of Homer, Plato, Cicero, Sophocles, and other luminaries of ancient Greece and Rome. Upon his retirement in the summer of 2020 at the age of 94, Wolverton attributed his joy and inspiration to the students, noting that they “keep all of us pretty young.” In recognition of his enduring legacy, the rotunda in the Old Main Academic Center was named in his honor in 2015. Dr. Robert E. “Bob” Wolverton, Sr. leaves behind a void that will be felt deeply by the Mississippi State University community, but his legacy as an educator, leader, and mentor will continue to inspire for generations to come.

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