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Professor of Chemistry Bob Olsen arrived at Wabash in 1979. 
"Bob is a masterful teacher, combining beautifully organized lectures with recitation activities and a dry sense of humor," said Associate Professor of Chemistry Ann Taylor. "Bob’s diversity of interests can be seen in his course offerings [outside of chemistry], ranging from Introduction to Astronomy to the History of Science to Presidental Politics and Civil War.
"Bob loves the symphony, and he has played musical chairs with important leadership roles on campus, including chairing the Chemistry Department (four different times), Division One, the Science Building Planning Committee, the Quantitative Studies Committee, and the Indiana Academy of Science Auditing Committee."
 
 

Professor of Biology Eric Wetzel pays tribute to 31-year biology department veteran John Munford:
"An excellent lecturer and researcher and a valued colleague. John is perhaps the most broadly-trained biologist that we have had in recent or even not-so-recent history. Who else can do cell biology, organismal physiology AND comparative vertebrate anatomy in addition to being an excellent teacher and participant in C&T.
"John is a true pro in the classroom and a paragon of the traditional lecture. Ask any of our students about John’s courses and they consistently and routinely point to his excellent lectures and well-thought out labs – how well-crafted and clear that they are: in many ways his classes and lectures are the gold-standards in the department.
In addition to teaching and research, John’s commitment to students has been reflected in his long-standing and excellent work on committees such as the Minority Concern Committee early on, the Athletic Committee, and his monumental contributions to the Pre-Health Sciences Advisory Committee over the last 25 years; it’s truly getting to the point where we can say he’s helped generations of students go to Medical School."
 
 

Professor Munford smiles at a lighter moment of Professor Wetzel's tribute to him. 

"John, you have been an excellent role model in the classroom and one of the most highly principled colleagues that we have at Wabash," Wetzel said. "With great integrity you have held your ground through a number of very tough issues over the years and you have been a highly valued departmental colleague. Your voice in the department will be missed greatly, and we wish you and Cindy all the best as you move on from Wabash."
 

Professor of Art Greg Huebner jokes with President White before the reading of the citation paying tribute to the man who established the College's art department. 

"Greg accepted the challenge of building an art department for Wabash College in 1974," Professor of Art Doug Calisch said. "He came to Wabash filled with the confidence and energy of youthful gravitas. His Chicago moxey was only surpassed by his casual, caring and humane personal style. That attitude has always permeated his personal relationships-with students, colleagues, and staff." 

 "Greg is a caring mentor and considers that role in ways we rarely see anymore," Professor Huebner said. "In the classroom, Greg is well trained as a teacher of painting and drawing, but shaping students into accountable, mature, young men was his true strength.
"It will be difficult to imagine an art department without 'Huebs'."

President White said the way Wabash honors those who are retiring—personally and gratefully—says a great deal about how the College values teaching, service, the community, and the individual.

Coach Petty talks with trustee Robert Wedgeworth ’59 after the luncheon.

Trustee Mitsuyu Goto ’55 congratulates Professor Campbell on his retirement.