Vermillion in Clay County, South Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
W. O. "Doc" Farber
1910-2007
Reflecting on his career, Doc noted that he and his former students "have tried to leave the world a better place than we found it and will keep trying." Present and future USD political science students can honor Doc's legacy by continuing this mission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1935.
Location. 42° 47.035′ N, 96° 55.404′ W. Marker is in Vermillion, South Dakota, in Clay County. Marker can be reached from East Campus Drive west of North Pine Street, on the left when traveling west. Located on the USD campus, west of Dakota Hall. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 414 E Clark St, Vermillion SD 57069, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Old Main (within shouting distance of this marker); University of South Dakota (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Col. George E. "Bud" Day (approx. ¼ mile away); Capt. Joseph J. Foss (approx. ¼ mile away); Capt. Arlo L. Olson (approx. ¼ mile away); Prentis Park (approx. 0.4 miles away); Buhrstone (approx. 0.4 miles away); The First Baptist Church, Vermillion, South Dakota (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Vermillion.
Also see . . .
1. The Little Giant of USD | South Dakota Magazine. (Submitted on April 28, 2023.)
2. Doc Farber Statue Ready For New Location | Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan. (Submitted on April 28, 2023.)
Credits. This page was last revised on April 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 27, 2023. This page has been viewed 72 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 27, 2023.