The Smiths have one son, Robert, who is 13 years old. As a family, they enjoy hiking, white-water rafting, snorkeling, body surfing, as well as gardening and other outdoor activities. Though he has not had time to do so yet, Smith would like to try to grow orchids next season. Living in the Deep South is a new experience for the Smiths, but it is a return to the climate of his upbringing in southern California and hers in Hawaii. We are still figuring out what is different about living in the South.
Church is far more important, for example.
The civility of manners is far more important. Smith is impressed by the quality and dedication of the Millsaps faculty and students, and as he explains in the following interview, he looks forward to building on the college's strengths and addressing areas in need of improvement.