KENNETH KOLSON

I am so sorry to learn of Dr. Kolson’s death, and so long after the fact. He was my academic advisor during my years at Hiram in the mid to late ‘70s. When I decided to go into the United Methodist ministry in 1978, Dr. Kolson was deeply influential in my choice of graduate schools. He encouraged me to maintain my studies in Political Science when I had thought it best to move into the Religion Department. It was the right choice for me as it turned out, and I have always appreciated his...

I was a Hiram Graduate from Class of ‘86. Ken Kolson was an amazing political sci prof. Introduced me to the work of Samuel P. Huntington, Samuel Beer, and others. I still have the textbooks on the shelf in my office that I reference to this day. I learned a great deal from Ken Kolson. Sorry for his passing but grateful for his teaching. My Hiram experience wouldn’t have been the same without the opportunity to study under him.

Dear Jane: Im thinking about you and wishing you peace. I recall a lovely dinner at the Tabard Inn with you and Ken. I admired your deep connection. Love Tara

Jane,I was so sorry to see this in the paper. He was a wonderful person and over the 57 years I knew him, he was always a joy to joke with or (if need be) have a serious talk with. I am truly sad for your loss.