The Seventh Muse

About the Book

This a memoir of William V. Muse who grew up in rural Mississippi and Louisiana as the seventh son of a Pentacostal minister. By winning academic scholarships, he was able to earn bachelors, masters, and Ph.D. degrees and advance thru an academic career from assistant professor to president. It is an uplifting story of achievement over great challenges. It also provides one with an inside look at university administration at the highest levels. Muse also describes his passion for baseball, his love of music, his extensive international travel, and his personal spiritual journey. Of special note is his personal experiences working in Afghanistan.

About the Author

Willliam V. Muse served as president of Auburn University and the University of Akron, as well as chancellor of East Carolina University, during a career in higher education that spanned forty years. This book describes his life growing up in rural Mississippi, his educational experiences, the advancement up the academic latter, and the many experiences along the way.