Averett History, 1854-2001:

Averett University – Alma Mater

Author unknown
Tune: Cornell Song

Hail to thee, our Alma Mater,
Proudly now we sing.
Faithful to thy name forever,
Let our praises ring.

O dear Averett, we are thankful
As we sing to thee.
For honor, friendship, and real wisdom
Thou dost hold the key.

Averett U-ni-ver-si-ty,
Memories dear we’ll hold.
We’ll remember now and ever Our dear blue and gold.

A pictorial history of Averett from its origins in the Danville Female Institute in 1854, through the transition to Averett University in 2001, is on permanent display at the Mary B. Blount Library.  Mrs. Clara Fountain compiled the exhibit from archival photographs and documents.

You can view the exhibit at the Mary B. Blount Library, or online from the following links:

Averett Timeline (PDF)

The Averett Name

Averett Presidents

Averett Family Tree

Averett Traditions