WHEREAS, Winthrop University has been the benefactor of a combined total of two hundred
sixty-seven years of dedicated service contributed by the ten faculty members honored
by the proposal of emeritus status; and
WHEREAS, Winthrop University recognizes the loyal devotion of these faculty members
who have dedicated themselves to teaching Winthrop University students; and
WHEREAS, Winthrop University expresses gratitude for the tireless efforts of these
outstanding educators who have demonstrated a professional commitment to Winthrop
University and higher learning;
THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED that the Winthrop University Board of Trustees does
hereby recognize the following as having attained emeritus status at Winthrop University
with all the rights and privileges bestowed thereunto: Dr. David A. Bradbard, Professor
of Management; Dr. Lynne K. Dunn, Associate Professor of History; Dr. Douglas L. Eckberg,
Professor of Sociology; Dr. April A. Gordon, Professor of Sociology; Dr. Patricia
L. Graham, Professor of Education; Mr. D. Haney Howell, Associate Professor of Mass
Communication; Dr. Lennart H. Kullberg, Professor of Chemistry; Dr. Heidar A. Modaresi,
Professor of Psychology; Dr. Phil A. Thompson, Professor of Music; and Dr. Lawrence
C. Timbs, Jr., Associate Professor of Mass Communication.
June 8, 2012
