Tuesday, March 23, 2010

In memory of UMBC Physics Professor, Dr. Wallace McMillan

It was shocking to read the UMBC Announcement regarding the passing of UMBC Physics Professor, Dr. Wallace McMillan.  http://umbcinsightsweekly.wordpress.com/03/22/passing-of-wallace-mcmillan//2010

Dr. McMillan supported PROMISE and graduate student professional development activities through regular and enthusiastic participation in the Summer Horizons program, and as an excellent panelist for the "When Faculty Say X, They Really Mean Y" annual seminar series.  Dr. McMillan was the Graduate Program Director for Atmospheric Physics, and as such, showed genuine interest for students' success.
http://physics.umbc.edu/bios/mcmillan/index.php



Dr. McMillan will be remembered for his kindness and collegiality; he will be missed! 
-PROMISEstaff
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