Charles R. “Chuck” Longsworth, Hampshire College president 1971-1977, founder, and co-author of The Making of a College, died on January 8, 2025, in Concord, Massachusetts.
Chuck and his wife Polly were deeply involved in the creation and leadership of what was to be a new kind of college, locating and negotiating the purchase of the land upon which Hampshire now sits. He served as the College’s first vice president, from 1970 to 1971, and second president, from 1971 to 1977.
The Longsworth family has asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Hampshire College.
Share Memories
Fond remembrances of Chuck, his life, and his work are welcomed here.
You may also mail a note of condolence to Polly Longsworth via Hampshire College Alumni and Family Relations, 893 West Street, Amherst, MA 01002.
Gallery
(to submit photos, email communications@hampshire.edu)
Some images courtesy of Amherst College Alumni Biographical Records, Amherst College Archives & Special Collections