The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents granted emeritus status to three former faculty members at its regular meeting June 21.
To be awarded emeritus status, faculty must have served EMU for at least 15 years and be nominated for emeritus faculty status upon retirement. Faculty granted emeritus status were:
Marvin Anderson, professor, art (1961-2004). Anderson, of Ann Arbor, retired Aug. 31, 2004, following 41 years of service to EMU. Anderson primarily taught in the 3-dimensional design and multi-media areas. He developed studios where students can work with video, sound and a variety of materials used in conceptual works. Anderson had a special love for reading and writing about contemporary art and his work was exhibited throughout the state and beyond his tenure at the University. He received his undergraduate degree in art from Wayne State University and his graduate degree in art from Cranbrook Academy of Art.
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Janardan |
K.G. Janardan, professor, mathematics (1986-2005). Janardan, of Ann Arbor, retired Jan. 5, 2005, after 19 years of service to EMU. Janardan was instrumental in developing graduate and undergraduate concentrations in statistics at EMU and directed numerous master's degree projects and theses. He has published more than 80 articles, more than 25 of them during his tenure at the University. Janardan has received various honors, including EMU's 1995 Distinguished Faculty Award for Scholarly/Creative Activity and a teaching award from Sagamon State University. He received his bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Mysore and a master's degree in mathematics and a doctorate in statistics, both from Pennsylvania State University.
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Pedersen |
Erik Pedersen, professor, health promotion and human performance (1968-2005). Pederson, of Dexter, retired June 30, 2005, following 37 years of service to EMU. As a two-time president of the Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, he has been recognized as a leader in physical education in Michigan. He has received numerous honors and awards, including Michigan's highest award for meritorious service. Pederson was a founding member of the Exemplary Physical Education Curriculum Project and continues to provide consultation for school districts looking to improve their physical education programs. He received his bachelor's and master's degrees from Eastern Illinois University and a doctoral degree from Indiana University.
