Fadi P. Deek, Robert Friedman, and Norbert Elliot

Robert E. Lynch: A Life Celebrated

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On June 22, 2023, New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) lost a beloved community member in the passing of Robert E. Lynch, James Wise Professor of Theater and Emeritus Professor of English. He taught at NJIT for forty-one years.

In memory of Lynch’s contributions to teaching, research, and administration, his colleagues, friends, and family have published a memorial collection. The volume is edited by Fadi P. Deek (Distinguished Professor of Informatics and Mathematical Sciences at New Jersey Institute of Technology), Robert Friedman (who served as Robert E. Lynch’s Associate Chair from 2004-2008 and dean at four other public universities), and Norbert Elliot (Professor Emeritus of English at NJIT).

The edited collection offers reminisces by people who knew and loved Lynch, including his wife, children, grandchildren, other family members, as well as friends and colleagues from different periods of his life, from early childhood through seniority.

Contributors pay homage to a remarkable teacher-scholar and tell the story of  Lynch's personal and professional accomplishments, highlighting his contributions leading to university advancement and student success.

Published: Spring, 2024