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He was often described as the "quintessential professor" and "a true professor in the old sense gentleman and a scholar." He retired in 1986. ("PETE") OLSEN (Recreation, 1958 1975) died July 8,1994 in Provo, UT, where he was born in 1910, attended high school, and graduated from Brigham Young University with a B.S. During her tenure there, as the Administration's representative to the then Faculty Affairs Committee, she contributed greatly to the development of faculty policy and procedures, and also authored the University's first affirmative action document. An honor student and member of Phi Alpha Theta, he received an A.B. She also developed the TEAM program, an innovative on-site teacher training program based in El Monte. In two weeks, he would have celebrated his 87th birthday. degree in 1950. She received her M.S. Memorial services were held at Rose Hills in Whittier on July 3, and a memorial luncheon took place at the New World restaurant in Alhambra, of which he was part owner. So successful were his endeavors at publishing (at least 68 journal articles, books, and book chapters at Cal State L.A. alone), that he founded Pyrczak Publishing before retiring, where he continued to author, publish, and distribute numerous related academic books. He was also a Ford Foundation Faculty fellow in South America. He used those numbers effectively on the stock market. He was an excellent lecturer in courses as varied as physical science, introductory chemistry for health sciences, general chemistry, quantitative analysis, and physical chemistry. A doctoral graduate of Claremont Graduate School, he chaired his department and was principal undergraduate adviser for many years. Bob was born on June 4, 1922 in Stephenson, Michigan. Lu had an outsized talent and personality that stole the show wherever she went. He was also active in the Pasadena City College Community Education Advisory Board, Pasadena Headstart Council, Friends of the South Pasadena Library, Red Cross, and St. James Episcopal Church. A long-time member of the Universitys Academic Senate, he served as its chair from 2004 to 2006. He retired in 1980 and was granted emeritus status. Memorial services were held in Langley.The Emeritimes, Fall 1992, BURTON HENRY, Emeritus Professor of Education, succumbed to cancer of the pancreas in May 1992, according to a message received recently from his wife, Lucille. Norman's doctoral dissertation was to have focused on Coleridge's annus mirabilis (1797-98), the short period when he produced four of his major poems: The Rime of the Ancient Mariner ,Kubla Khan, the first part of Christabel , and Frost at Midnight. In examining Coleridge's letters, notebooks, and critical and philosophical writings, Norman discovered a pattern of misdated poems, misrepresented facts, plagiarized ideas, and frequent protestations that he, Coleridge himself, was the original source of the very ideas he was taking from others. Under her leadership, the department became the School of Nursing in 2001, with Judy as its director, and many visionary income-producing programs were developed, including initial collaboration with community colleges to offer the BSN, a long-distance MSN program with Kaiser Permanente, on-site educational programs at local medical centers, and cohort programs designed to increase the numbers of BSN students. (1947), and Ph.D. in Latin American history and anthropology, all at UC Berkeley. He was a popular professor, specializing in electronics, drafting, industrial crafts, and woodworking. Mac had numerous exhibitions in the Los Angeles area during the 1980s and 1990s. One of his major interests was his pipe organ, a restored theater instrument which he had shipped from Ohio and around which he planned and built his house in Eagle Rock, according to his friends. She also served as head coach for four years and general manager of the Phoenix Mercury of the Women's National Basketball Association, guiding the team to the league finals in 1998. in Chemistry with first class honors in 1933, an M.Sc.in 1936, and a Ph.D. in 1939, all from Cairo University. The final major category is less whimsical American history, especially the lives of American statesmen, for whom he developed a major passion accompanied by extraordinary literary production. It was followed by a reception. During 1962-63, he spent a sabbatical year as a postdoctoral fellow in radiation ecology on the University of Georgias project at the Savannah River Site. His broad interests encompassed history, politics, linguistics, impressionist art, and classical music. Bruce is survived by his children Eric, Derry, and Aruna, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to her daughter and the niece in law practice, Louise is survived by a stepdaughter, a sister, a brother, two grandsons, and a second niece. He served as chairman of the department from 1964 to 1969. After retiring from the auto industry in 1980, Frank came to California to work in higher education, first as Cal State L.A.s public affairs director, from 1980 to 1988, and then as a professor of public relations and journalism at CSU Long Beach. After she retired, Lu continued to teach and play an active role in fundraising for Cal State LA music scholarships as a longtime active member of the Friends of Music. Among his accomplishments, Sam's research in plant tissue culture led to new techniques in the field. Shortly after they were settled here, Isabel and her daughter Thora were both stricken with polio. 's present location in 1972. He was coordinator of men's physical education and served as chair of the Department of Recreation and coordinator of the interdisciplinary program in recreation and leisure studies. He served with distinction as building coordinator and was always on the lookout for rooms within the science building that could be converted into labs suitable for the various biology programs. As a master's degree candidate, he was a charter member of the campus Industrial Arts Association and its first president. Her love of art and the community she created will continue to animate our city for years to come. Lydia is survived by her brothers Byron and Roy and their spouses, and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. For more information, call the English Department at 213-343-4140.The Emeritimes, Winter 1997, ANN M. RICHARDSON (Professor of Psychology, 1959-1980) passed away on February 18, 1997 as a result of emphysema. He obtained his Ph.D. in 1951, and that same year, was employed to develop aptitude tests for pilots at the new Air Force Personnel Laboratory in San Antonio, Texas. During that span, he received his B.S. After her retirement, Anita moved to Orange County where she obtained a real estate brokers license and was active in a second career. Finally settled in Los Angeles, ke became a member of the Hollywood Foreign Correspondents' Association (later renamed the Hollywood Foreign Press Association). As one of the few professors blessed with technical aptitude and managerial acumen, he taught a variety of courses in several departments, including the departments of Accounting and Management. He earned his M.S. However, he remained a devout Catholic until his death and many of his closest friendships were made during his years in the order. He was educated in Southern California, beginning his undergraduate work at Pasadena City College in 1944 and resuming it at Chapman College after his return to the United States after World War II, obtaining his B.A. His experience in the Army deteriorated after that. degrees from San Diego State University in 1967 and 1968, respectively, Del received his Ph.D. from the University of Oregon in 1970. He received an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (1954), the first Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering that USC awarded (1957), and an M.S. During the four years in that position, Keith realized that his professional goal was to teach at the college level in order to prepare public school music teachers. He was interred in the family plot in Clovis, New Mexico.The Emeritimes, Fall 2003 WILLIAM G. (BILL) PLUMTREE, Emeritus Professor of Civil Engineering, 1955-1982, died on August 11, 2003 at the age of 86, about a year after his cancer was diagnosed. He graduated from Amarillo High School, where he was the editor of his high school newspaper, The Sandstorm. Until shortly before his death, he continued teaching in various extension programs in the Seattle area, with characteristic success. While at the University of Chicago, Tom was a research assistant at the Center for the Study of American Foreign and Military Policy. That fall, Don and Kathleen, with the first two of their three children, moved to Southern California and long-needed permanent roots. Alan was born on June 16, 1947 in Omaha, Nebraska, and moved with his younger brother and parents to El Paso, Texas when he was five. In 1986, after two years as a volunteer, Bob was convinced to apply for a junior faculty position even though he was at an age beyond which most people retire. He was an outstanding runner and frequently won in his age group. At his memorial service, one of Fernando's former colleagues at Aura Systems told me that if it hadn't been for Fernando and his inventions, the company would not exist today. She had been at California State University, Los Angeles from 1961 until her retirement on Nov. 30, 1977. Colleague Levine considered Bob an adventurous guy, noting the time he went to Eastern Europe, rented a car, and drove all over without knowing a word of any of the languages spoken. Shiz Herrera, then a student but now a faculty member, says that Walt's philosophy of teaching by example was never more evident than when he played the bartender in a summer musical, The Big Rich . Cal State LA Athletics . Her parents had a general store, which provided the family's livelihood, and Jean was an active participant in its management, particularly after her father's death in 1949. After she retired, Pat was an avid volunteer, giving most of her time to the Page Museum in Los Angeles. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Frances; daughter Francesca; and son Anthony.The Emeritimes, Winter 1997, SAXON C. ELLIOT, Professor of Health and Safety Studies, 1950-1978, and Head Coach of Basketball, 1950-1962 Saxon C. (Sax) Elliot, who came to Cal State L.A. in 1950 as head basketball coach, died of colon cancer on November 19, 1996 at Montecito, where he had lived for a number of years after his retirement. His area of expertise was health education, and his contributions were noteworthy. He was the recipient of several merit awards: Significant Scholar awards from the University of Missouri and the University of Southern Illinois, Outstanding Critic citation at the CSU Rhetorical Criticism Conference (Hayward, 1981), and a Distinguished Service Award from the Western Speech Communication Association. Karen was an active member of the Western Society for Physical Education of College Women, a professional organization of women teaching and working in physical education at community colleges and four-year institutions. Chuck married Thelma Olsen in 1952. He also performed regularly with the symphony orchestra and musical theater groups. He played a key role in designing methods for measuring the outcome of uncontrolled atomic chain reactions. Also known as Cheryl Denise Palmer, C D Palmer. During those 24 years of service to the University, she taught a variety of teaching credential program courses, developed the Early Childhood Education concentration in the M.A. He is survived by his wife, daughter Kathie Gummere of Phoenix and son Mark Gummere of San Francisco.The Emeritimes, Fall 1996, ROINE FIFE THORUP, Professor of Home Economics, 1964-1979, passed away recently (1996) in Provo, Utah where she had been living since her retirement from Cal State L.A. in 1979. Although she specialized in speech disorders, she also taught voice and diction classes, for the speech pathology program was still a small one in the early years, which she recalled for The Emeritimes in our 50th anniversary of Cal State L.A. edition (Spring 1997). Tom was a 1941 history B.S. He served on every department and school committee and on major University committees. Jon was a gentle, quiet, and intense personality. He was buried January 5, next to his wife Charlotte, at the San Fernando Mission Cemetery. After his honorable discharge, he returned to his studies and received an M.A. Phelan was born in Brooklyn, NY, and earned both bachelor's (1936) and master's (1938) degrees at Fordham University. A memorial service was held at Our Lady of Malibu Catholic Church, of which he and Carol were members. At the celebration of Dons life on October 28, 2019 at Claremonts Oak Park Cemetery, at which some 100 family members, colleagues, former students, and other friends gathered, colleague Tim Harding reported, What I learned about Don at his funeral was the incredible impact he had on changing the trajectory of his students lives. He will be remembered for his well-organized, articulate, interesting, and lighthearted approach to instruction, which sparked a lifelong interest in learning and artistic expression for many others. She earned an M.A. He also consulted with many public and private agencies, both in Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo counties, and with both Antioch College/West and UC Irvine on the establishment of new graduate programs. In 2001, an international scholarship was established in her name by the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children. 2. Marie-Antoinette was born in the Alsatian city of Mulhouse, France on January 20, 1927, and lived as a schoolgirl under the Nazi occupation from 1940 to 1945, obligatorily studying German, after which, with the help of scholarships, she was able to go to England to study English. Among the stories that have become a part of chemistry folklore is that while James Meredith was being barred from entering the University of Mississippi, the armed state troops could not keep Ferguson's textbook out; it was being used by the chemistry department there. He was honored with an Outstanding Professor Award in 1986. In the former, she taught Money, Banking, and the Economy; Principles of International Economics; and various courses in research theory. Several of his books were translated into German. I always did, and it kept me close to the community. Professor Epstein served on the School of Engineering faculty from 1957 to 1983. Richard is survived by his wife Ruth, three daughters and a number of grandchildren.The Emeritimes, Winter 1990, HELEN ZIMNAVODA, Emeritus Associate Professor of Russian, a member of the University faculty from 1958 until her retirement in 1974 as Emeritus Professor of Russian, died last September 12, 1989. In addition to Bruce, she is survived by a daughter Aruna, two stepchildren, a brother, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.The Emeritimes, Winter 2004, RUTH HOFFMAN, widow of Richard (Dick) Hoffman, died of natural causes on June 24, 2003 in Lexington, Massachusetts, where she moved about five years ago in order to be close to her daughter. Bookstore. A memorial service was held at Christ Lutheran Church in Downey, followed by interment at Rose Hills Cemetery.The Emeritimes, Fall 2005 JAMES WIEBE, Professor of Education, 1983-2004, who retired at the end of 2004 and was named emeritus immediately thereafter, died on May 9, 2005 at the age of 60. Outstanding Professor in 1984, and as a Trustees' Outstanding Professor in 1987. He received a Bachelor in Journalism degree from the University of Missouri in 1925, and had a long and distinguished career in advertising that began at the J. Walter Thompson agency in New York. David received his B.A. She was an elementary school teacher, and taught first in Colorado and then in El Monte. After a stint of parenting, she began teaching student nurses in the Home Economics Department at Los Angeles City College. He was a voracious reader, often reading three books at a timeone in each room. Deciding to obtain a doctorate in psychology, he enrolled at Columbia University, completing the program in 1949. She wrote many articles on tennis and a book, Tennis, now in its eighth edition. While completing his thesis at NYU, Bob accepted a teaching position in Richmond, California in 1951, where he taught junior high school choir until 1961. In 2007, he was honored in a special symposium at the Huntington Library for locating and authenticating within the Library Coleridge's long-lost translation of Goethe's Faust . His teaching even extended to his enthusiasm for ballroom dance and resulted in a charming book: Invitation to the Dance: An Introduction to Ballroom Dance. After his active service, he retained the rank of major and senior pilot, USAF Reserve, inactive. One colleague noted in particular his wry sense of humor. After two years, he transferred to Carleton College in order to pursue a major in English. After his marriage to Helen Beery, whom he met at the agency, they came to Los Angeles. He was an accomplished man who lived a full life. ), a postwar development also known as systems analysis, drew Don to his first professional job as a member of the research group in O.R. Following graduation from Marshfield High School, he attended Carleton College, the University of Chicago, from which he received a Ph.B. Among his writings was the college textbook, Patterns of Thinking and Writing.The Emeritimes, Winter 1995, PERSIS H. COWAN - Word of the death of Persis H. Cowan (EducationCurriculum and Instruction, 1956-1974) last fall (1994) in Oakland has been received from her family. He had learned about IBM when he was in Seattle and recognized the potential significance the computer would have on most of us, and his fascination with the stock market was devoted more to that future than to financial benefit. She gained much recognition for her approach, in which she combined phonics and linguistics in order to develop comprehension as well as mechanical facility. The following year, 1963, he began his nearly 30-year career in the Department of English at Cal State L.A. The workload was demanding; the standards, un-bending. He is survived by his wife and three adult children. degree at Wichita State University in 1955 and her M.A. She also designed advanced courses for the teaching methods option of the master's degree program. At this time, Bill Simpsonin his mid-20swas the youngest agent. It was not the best of sites, but it was available and would have to do. Blind in his left eye, Gordon served as an economist for the War Labor Board during World War II. They were married the afternoon of graduation day, June 5, 1950, and moved shortly thereafter to Ann Arbor, Michigan, where both enrolled in masters programs at the University of Michigan. This particular period was one of the most productive in Latin American letters, and in Mexico, Miguel N. Lira made a significant contribution to modern Mexican literature. Dunkelberg was active in all branches of university life: teaching, research, administration, academic governance, and community recreation agencies and professional organizations. At the department/ division level, John served on the Appointments Committee and RTP, and chaired the IAC. Through this effort, Hershel was also the Region IX Director for the federal Center on Child Abuse and Neglect. But Ron was the last Cal State L.A. football coach, as football was dropped in 1978. Apparently, they had no choice in the matter. He was one of the driving forces in administering the department's public administration program and helped it gain accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration in the 1970s and 1980s. Dotty joined the Cal State L.A. faculty in1951 after professional experience as a dancer and a teacher of dance, acrobatics, and other physical education courses, first in Washington and later in Montana. Their marriage lasted until Virginia's death in 2004. They had developed an interest in aboriginal art and planned their stay in Australia to include visits to contemporary artists in the genre. Her teaching area of specialization was music for children.The Emeritimes, Fall 1994, L. D. MYERS (Marketing, 1970-1986), age 79, passed away August 7, 1994 in San Clemente after a long illness. In addition to class and private instruction in piano, for which he became known informally as "professor of piano," Henry directed the Cal State L.A. Opera Workshop in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Dr. Laser left Cal State L.A. in 1965 to become a member of the founding academic group at the college now known as Cal State, Dominguez Hills. He is survived by this wife, Elgin, a daughter and a son. Sustainability also inspires Miller's professional ambitions, as she . In 1971, George suffered a massive stroke, and Betty maintained the household and the accounting practice while seeing him through rehabilitation. and M.A. Returning to California, he found a job at the Bank of America, which did not become his career but helped for his next step. degree with honors at ULCA and an M.S. In addition, he served as editor of the American Public Affairs Newsletter and co-editor of Western Speech and The Quarterly Journal of Speech . Pleasant, Pennsylvania. After her retirement from full-time teaching at Cal State L.A., she continued teaching under the Faculty Early Retirement Program, mainly to see her master's degree students through to completion of their programs. In 1943, he graduated from the University of Montana with a major in botany. He was known for the thoroughness of his preparation of graduate students who went on for the Ph.D. Tom lived in Pasadena, where he raised his family, later moving to Silver Lake and Camarillo before going to Paso Robles in 1988. An anthropologist with broad interests, she conducted research, largely archaeological, in the Great Basin, California, the Southwest, Oceania (particularly Vanuatu), and Israel. He completed an M.M. degree in English. At home he enjoyed gardening, reading, and music of many genres. When Tom retired in 1986, the couple moved to San Clemente. Jerry suffered with his back all of his adult life. His students were his top priority and he remained a dedicated faculty member until his retirement in 1997. She was also one of two department members who advised each and every student major in the conversion of the semester system to quarter units. Following a B.A. He received his B.A. As a coach, he strived to help his players develop into student-athletes. He received his A.B. He served with distinction as a singularly gifted instructor in both teaching and publishing. In 1954, the Wang family moved to Los Angeles, and in 1956 they became the first Chinese family in Monterey Park.The Emeritimes, Spring 2003, WULF GRIESSBACH, Professor of German, 1959-1980, died in May, 2003 at the age of 83. He had suffered from Parkinson's disease since 1996 and, during his final two years, lost his ability to walk or stand, and finally his speaking, swallowing, and breathing muscles were impaired. He received an A.B. in Public Service Engineering in 1940. It was John who headed complete program revisions that had to be made to conform with the demands of accreditation reviews. Before she joined the faculty at Cal State L.A., Jean taught at CSU Northridge for one year. She was a consultant to the Cuban Film School and brought films back with her to screen during the Pan African Film Festival in Los Angeles. In his teaching he ranged rather more widely. in 1949 from the University of Buffalo, an M.A. She also was active in the American Society for Aerospace Education, the Westerners, the support groups of both the Southwest Museum and the Autry Museum (now merged), the Cal State L.A. Emeriti Association, and CSU-ERFA. He also taught at the University of Iowa during that period and completed his doctoral requirements. With six children at home, she first received her masters degree from Chapman University in 1965 and then proceeded to obtain her Ed.D. They shared many trips overseas to China, England, Ireland, Italy, France, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, and Hawaii. (1950), M.A. The Nigerian people awarded Bill the honorary title of "chief professor" as a title of respect and appreciation. Lou was also director of the Multi-Campus Latin American Media Project. Her last book was Mosaicos , which, according to her husband Rodolfo, kept her going during her illness. He received a commission for a mural for the Warren Theatre in Warren, Michigana 30 by 20 foot oil with the theme, "City of the Future."

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