I just wanted to take a moment to thank and recognize Professor Joe McLaughlin, outgoing chair of the Faculty Senate.
Through three difficult years, with heavy pressure from all sides, Joe managed to find a rational balance, spoke for sensible policies, criticized ill-advised moves and worked tirelessly with all concerned to improve our institution.
He has been a clear and consistent voice advocating for students and faculty, and somehow he kept his cool through it all. Joe has been a universally respected figure in a time of too much contention. He is genuinely looking forward to returning to teaching and scholarship, always a true academic.
Thank you, Joe!
David Drabold is a distinguished professor of physics
