Morty Schapiro

Town: Williamstown

Age: 49

Birth date: July 13, 1953

Birthplace: Newark, N.J.

Occupation: Economics professor and president, Williams College

How I would describe myself: Energetic

Current volunteerism, board memberships, etc.: On the boards of the Clark Art Museum and the Williamstown Theatre Festival

Family: Wife, three children, and a dog

Education: Undergraduate at Hofstra; graduate school at Penn State

Personal hero/role model: Edgar Bronfman

Why is this person a hero/role model to you? He devotes his life to tolerance and understanding.

Personal achievement(s) of which you are most proud: My children.

Personal quote/trademark expression: “Don’t worry, it will work out.”

The best advice you can give someone: Set your goals high. You can achieve anything you want if you don’t give up.

Most recent book read and author’s name: “Plagues and Peoples,” by William McNeill

Favorite TV/radio show: ESPN Sportscenter

Pet peeve: People who are always blaming others.

Hobbies/interests: Following the Mets, Jets, Pats, Lakers and local tennis.