Amherst College Athletics

Lawrence D. Hultgren

Larry Hultgren, VWC Professor of Philosophy, has been a strong supporter of student-athletes since he came to the school in 1969. He has served as the NCAA Faculty Representative for more than 40 years. In the College's early years, he often assisted Athletic Director Don Forsyth by coaching teams, driving vans or providing counseling to the athletes. Hultgren serves as the official scorekeeper of the men's and women's basketball teams. He frequently serves on search committees for vacant coaching positions and was recently named to the President's Committee on Athletics. Hultgren is VWC's longest-tenured faculty member and lives in Virginia Beach with his wife.