Summer 2002
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Summer 2002 |
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Rose-Hulman was the center of attention recently at the Indiana
capitol building when the Indiana House and Senate honored the college for the
increasing national recognition it has achieved. A concurrent resolution
honoring Rose-Hulman was sponsored by the Wabash Valley delegation. The
resolution was read Feb. 11 in the House by Rep. Vern Tincher, D-Terre Haute,
and in the Senate by Mark Blade, D-Terre Haute. The resolution lauded the quality of Rose-Hulman faculty, the
academic talents of its students, and the successes of its alumni and staff. The
college's third consecutive No. 1 ranking by U.S. News & World Report as the
best college among schools that offer the bachelor's or master's as their
highest degree in engineering was also cited by the legislators. Rose-Hulman President Samuel Hulbert's 26-year tenure was noted
as a key factor in the college's rise to national leadership. "He has been
recognized nationally for his vision and contributions to engineering
education." Hulbert addressed the House of Representatives and said, "The
Rose-Hulman community sincerely appreciates the pride you have expressed in the
college. Rose-Hulman is committed to increasing its role as a vital resource to
Indiana's educational system and to stimulating the state's economic
development." Point of Discussion President Samuel F. Hulbert spoke to the American Society of
Naval Engineers, Southern Indiana Section, this past spring at the Naval Surface
Warfare Center near Crane, Indiana. Included in the audience were several Rose-Hulman
alumni who work at the center. Three faculty members retired this year. They are, from left:
Stuart Leipziger, professor of chemical engineering, 18 years of service; Frank
Young, head of the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering and
professor of computer science, 15 years of service; and Mallory North, professor
of mechanical engineering, 22 years of service.
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