Alumnus and master printer Bill Goldston went to work for Universal Limited Art Editions in 1969. Arts and Sciences Magazine is a publication of the Oklahoma State University College of Arts and Sciences. All communications should be mailed to OSU College of Arts and Sciences, ATTN: Arts and Sciences Magazine, 205 Life Sciences East, Stillwater, OK 74078-3015. Oklahoma State University in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. Title IX of the Education Amendments and Oklahoma State University policy prohibit discrimination in the provision of services of benefits offered by the University based on gender. Any person (student, faculty or staff) who believes that discriminatory practices have been engaged in based upon gender may discuss their concerns and file informal or formal complaints of possible violations of Title IX with the OSU Title IX Coordinator, Director of Affirmative Action, 408 Whitehurst, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, 405-744-5371 or 405-744-5576 (fax). This publication, issued by Oklahoma State University as authorized by the College of Arts & Sciences, was printed by University Printing Services at a cost of $5430.00/7M. #2765 09/09 © 2009 Oklahoma State University College of Arts & Sciences .2009 V11 Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Peter M.A. Sherwood Media and Alumni Relations College of Arts and Sciences Lorene Roberson Hickey ’84* Editor Eileen Mustain Art Director Paul V. Fleming ’90, ’00 Associate Editor Janet Varnum Writers Matt Elliott Lorene Roberson Hickey ’84 Maggie Kierl Jacob Longan ’05 Sylvia E. King-Cohen ’81 Eileen Mustain Stacy Pettit ’09 Cori Urrutia ’09 Photographers Phil Shockley Gary Lawson cas.okstate.edu On The CoveR: The cover honors the college’s distinguished alumni, Rhonda Hooper, left (read more on page 8); Ira Scott, right (read more on page 6); and Robert Purcell, a 1957 chemistry graduate and co-chief of the laboratory of infectious diseases at the National Institutes of Health. Purcell, who played a major role in the development of all five hepatitis vaccines, accepted the distinguished alumnus award at the college’s honor banquet in April. The photos of Hooper and Purcell are by Phil Shockley, and the photo of Scott is by Diana Porter. * Year indicates OSU College of Arts and Sciences graduates. 2 Excelling in many worlds The 50 alumni who have received the college’s highest honor shine in their chosen careers. 10 Making the future brighter Alumni gifts support student success and elevate expectations and standards. 14 Achievement at the center College centers promote multidisciplinary research, build new collaborations and create new opportunities. 21 Educators of distinction Arts and Sciences Regents Professors model determination, commitment and joy of learning. 24 Remember when In revisiting old memories, alumni make new ones. departments 2 Alumni 10 Development 14 College News 21 Faculty News 24 Alumni Album 28 Memorials
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