Former Averett University vice president Charles Somerville Harris has died

By Naveen Dec 12, 2022

Charles Somerville Harris, 71, died Wednesday, according to a statement from Averett University.

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Harris built a storied career with the school under several roles over two decades.

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Harris is director of athletics, vice president of student services and executive vice president.

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He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Media Arts from Hampton University.

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Harris was from Mecklenburg Co. and lived in Greensboro with his wife.

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Averett University announced in 2016 that an athletic field house would be named in his honor.

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First African-American athletics director in the USA South Athletic Conference.

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