Hampden-Sydney Over Its First Two Centuries | Lecture 1 | Dr. Bill Porterfield 

Emeritus Professor of Chemistry Dr. Bill Porterfield presents the first lecture in his semester-long series, "Hampden-Sydney Over Its First Two Centuries." This series offers a deep dive into the history, traditions, and defining moments of Hampden-Sydney College. In this opening lecture, Dr. Porterfield discusses why Presbyterians would want a college and the location of the College.