Johnny E. Williams - Teachers Make a Difference

The speaker reflects on the significant impact of two high school teachers, Miss Wimberly and Miss Bass, who inspired a love for history and provided guidance towards college, respectively. Miss Bass's efforts in finding scholarships were crucial, despite the speaker's initial impatience. In college, Prof Quick's enthusiasm for sociology shifted the speaker's academic focus from biology to sociology and political science, ultimately leading to a career as a sociology professor.

Who were the two teachers mentioned that had a significant impact on the speaker during high school?

What subject did Miss Wimberly teach, and how did she influence the speaker's interest in that subject?

Describe the method Miss Bass used to help the speaker improve their vocabulary.

What challenges did the speaker face in pursuing higher education, and how did Miss Bass assist in overcoming them?

How did Professor Randolph Quick influence the speaker's academic path in college?