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October 3, 1994
By Joanne Nesbit News and Information Services The Exhibit Museum of Natural History says its dinosaur bones are for “sale.” By “buying a bone,” you can help the Museum mount Michigan’s first Deinonychus skeleton. Individuals, groups, families, and school classes can help connect those dry bones by sponsoring a tooth ($5), finger bone ($10), femur…
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October 3, 1994
Whether presenting a formal lecture in front of a large classroom or holding a one-on-one conversation with a student, Jens Zorn has been remarkably successful in helping students to grasp the often intimidating aspects of physics. With a warm and personable manner, Professor Zorn has established a tremendous rapport with his students for over three…
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October 3, 1994
Outstanding lecturer and research scientist, mentor and friend to his students and to his faculty colleagues alike, Herbert Winful exemplifies the truly effective educator. A specialist in non-linear optics and quantum electronics, he understands that in teaching one must not only be fluent in the complexity of the subject matter but must also be intimate…
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October 3, 1994
An internationally renowned neurochemist and neuropharmacologist who is recognized for his continuing contributions to the chemistry of brain function, Tetsufumi Ueda has developed an exciting story about the transport of glutamate, the most important neurotransmitter in the brain. As a result of his efforts, he has opened up new areas of research, not only for…
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October 3, 1994
Kathryn Tosney is recognized as a rare individual who understands both the art of science and the beauty inherent in creative intellectual endeavors. She personifies the very essence of a scientist committed to fulfilling her responsibilities as teacher, counselor, and role model. Professor Tosney’s field of investigation is developmental neurobiology, where she explores the factors…
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October 3, 1994
Professor of English and American culture, Stephen Sumida’s numerous contributions to teaching, both inside and outside the classroom, demonstrate his dedication both to education and to the entire Univer-sity community. He has extended himself, personally and intellectually, to so many students and faculty colleagues that, in the words of his students, “Professor Sumida is what…
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October 3, 1994
A renowned and pioneering investigator, an inspirational colleague and collaborator, an admired teacher, and a leader in his field, Edward Smith is one of the most respected cognitive psychologists in the country. For the past 20 years, he has been a leader in the field, helping to redefine it again and again. A chronological listing…
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October 3, 1994
Editor’s Note: See pages 9–13 for the award citations. Twenty faculty members will be recognized for their teaching, research, service and creative activities at a reception and banquet tonight (Oct. 3) at the Michigan League. Five will receive the Amoco Foundation Faculty Teaching Award, which recognizes “demonstrated excellence in instruction at the undergraduate level.” The…
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October 3, 1994
John Shy stands today at the top of his profession as the world’s greatest authority on the military aspects of the American Revolution. He demonstrates unusual breadth through his important work in early American history, the history of war, European history from the second half of the 18th century to the first half of the…
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October 3, 1994
An outstanding educator and widely-sought lecturer, Albert Schultz is an internationally recognized authority in biomechanics. His accomplishments elevated the field of biomechanics from its initial obscurity within engineering to the prestige and recognition of a vibrant interdisciplinary field of study. Professor Schultz’s initial research interests concerned the dynamics of inelastic beams and wires under shock…
