The Colgate 13 has been singing the praises of Dean William Griffith '33 for decades. With his passing on November 19 at the age of 95, Colgate 13 alumni -- or "Crusties," as they are called -- wanted to do more. They decided to express their love for "Griff" and his mentorship with an endowed memorial scholarship that could benefit future members of the a cappella group.

The Colgate community said farewell to William F. Griffith '33, former Colgate dean, professor, and honorary Colgate 13 member, during a memorial service Sunday at Hamilton's First Baptist Church.

Griffith passed away Nov. 19 at the age of 95.