Alumni Spotlight: Ronald W. Davis '64
Due to struggling with a form of dyslexia, Ronald W. Davis '64 was encouraged by a high school counselor to avoid science classes. He ignored that advice and went on to complete requirements for four majors (chemistry, physics, math and botany) in four years at EIU.
Now, Davis is a Stanford University professor known as a pioneer in molecular genetics and genomics. He recently received the 2011 Gruber Genetics Prize (.pdf link), including $500,000, for his groundbreaking work.
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Alumni-Inspired Holiday Tree
Each year, in the spirit of the holiday season, the university community decorates the foyer of Old Main. This year, six trees are showcased, with the largest featuring ornaments printed with favorite EIU memories submitted by alumni.
Students are encouraged to stop by and check it out.
Students are also invited to attend Reflections in Silver & Blue: Holiday at Old Main, Wednesday, December 14 from 10 - 11:30 am.
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Fall Commencement Tickets Info
Congrats, soon-to-be grads! Wondering when your commencement ceremony begins, or how many tickets you'll be able to get for family and friends?
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10 a.m. ceremony – 11 tickets per graduate
• Lumpkin College of Business & Applied Sciences
• College of Arts & Humanities
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1 p.m. ceremony – 7 tickets per graduate
• College of Education & Professional Studies
• College of Sciences
• School of Continuing Education
Ticket distribution will be Dec. 15-16, 2011. For a complete distribution schedule, click here.
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Fall Grads Join the Alumni Association & Get a Free Gift
Fall graduates, join the Alumni Association for only $15, and you'll receive a free Grad Pack.
Each Grad Pack (a $25 value) contains:
It's easy to join — simply visit our membership page.
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