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Voice of Reason G. WILLIAM DAUB NAMED MUDD PRIZE RECIPIENT
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William Daub (right) shares a mirthful moment with chemistry Professors Hal Van Ryswyk and Robert Cave. President Maria Klawe presents the Henry T. Mudd Prize to Daub at Commencement.
Chemistry Professor G. William Daub was recognized for his extraordinary service to the Harvey Mudd College community May 19 during the 55th Commencement Ceremony. President Maria Klawe presented Daub, who is Seeley
Wintersmith Mudd Professor of Chemistry, with the annual Henry T. Mudd Prize, which recognized his years of service and lauded his expertise, his kind heart and his being a “quiet voice of reason.” Daub expressed gratitude to those who nominated and chose him for the Mudd Prize and then offered some words of wisdom. “Faculty don’t work in a vacuum. They’ve got a strong and
supportive board of trustees and administration, they’ve got great colleagues, they’ve got wonderful staff, but, most impor- tantly,” said Daub, gesturing toward the graduates, “they have you guys, the students. Without you, this place wouldn’t be nearly as much fun. So, let me give you just one bit of advice as you move on: Life is short; remember to laugh.” Daub joined the HMC faculty in 1978, following a post-
doctoral fellowship at Stanford University. His service to the College includes teaching general and organic chemistry, mentoring students and faculty, and serving in a variety of leadership roles. He has served as the freshman division
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director (1994–1995) and Department of Chemistry chair (1995–2008), and he is the Core Curriculum director. Daub also served on the Department Chairs Committee and as an advisor to the deans of students. The Mudd Prize is awarded to a member of the College
community whose service to HMC and its mission is deemed exemplary. Henry T. Mudd (1913–1990), the son of Harvey S. Mudd, was instrumental in the creation and early develop- ment of the college named for his father.
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