Sewanee - The University of the South

 A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of going on my Senior Center bus trip to Sewanee.  It is known as the University of the South and reminded me so much of the Ivy League schools in the New England states.

It is an undergraduate College widely considered one of the top liberal arts colleges in the nation. In 1856 it was officially initiated by bishops of the Episcopal Church. It continues to be owned by 28 Episcopal dioceses, and since 1857 its Board of Trustees have met continuously.

The university is located on a 13,000 acre campus on the southern end of the Cumberland Plateau.  Approximately 1700 students are enrolled in the undergraduate liberal arts program and the School of Theology has approximately 170 students pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees.  We were told many of the professors have such a camaraderie with their students that they leave their porch lights on in the evening if the student needs extra instruction.

I was thoroughly enthralled by the All Saints’ Chapel.  Groundbreaking for the massive stone building was in 1904.  The liturgies are according to the usage of the Episcopal Church, but the ministry is ecumenical and the daily and Sunday services are open to everyone.

On our trip home we stopped at the Dutch Maid Bakery in Tracy City, Tennessee.  Every senior was treated to a Tennessee Mountain Moonshine Cake.  Of course, I chose chocolate.  Yummy!

I have tried many times to download some pictures but unfortunately can’t.  I will keep trying.

Blessings to you all and Happy Thanksgiving 🦃