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The Plastic Age · Character

President Culver

The college president, a minor authority figure.

minor

Also known as Culver

First appearance: xx

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HSHelen SimpsonHCHugh CarverHSHezekiah SanfordCPCarl PetersBTBob TuckerPCPresident Culver

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  • Background Characters and References
  • Protagonist
  • Hugh's Core Friend Group
  • Close Confidants and Acquaintances

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  • Escalation
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  • Aftermath
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