Professor Victoria Michele Davion

Born August 24, 1960 to actors Ellen Caryl Klein and Alexander Davion in Los Angeles, she grew up in New York City and earned a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, specializing in environmental and feminist ethics and political philosophy.

Vicky joined the University of Georgia’s Philosophy Department in 1990 and was the first woman promoted to full professor and the first elected as department chair, a post she held twelve years. Vicky loved fine dining and was a regular at Harry Bissett’s. She enjoyed frequent vacations with Olivia Travel.

She is survived by her dogs, Quinn and Maggie; her brother, John C. Antush, his wife, Betty Yu; and many loving friends, colleagues, and former students.

A memorial reception will take place on Friday, December 8 from 12-1:30 p.m. in the historic house at the Founder's Memorial Garden on the UGA campus.

Donations in Dr. Victoria Davion's name can be made to the following institutions:

The “Ain’t I a Woman?!” campaign of the National Mobilization Against Sweatshops, which develops the leadership of women workers: http://nmass.org/donate/

Athens Area Humane Society: http://www.athenshumanesociety.org/ahs-donate.html

Chinatown Art Brigade: Chinatown Art Brigade (CAB) is a cultural collective of artists, media makers and activists creating art and media to advance social justice. https://secure.squarespace.com/commerce/donate?donatePageId=5a08ad8c71c10b6a4523e2c9