Larry Taylor honored with emeritus status
Larry T. Taylor of Christiansburg, Va., professor of chemistry in the College of Science at Virginia Tech, was conferred the title, "professor emeritus" by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors during the board's quarterly meeting June 4
The title of emeritus may be conferred on retired professors and associate professors, administrative officers, librarians, and exceptional staff members who have given exemplary service to the university and who are specially recommended to the board of visitors by Virginia Tech President Charles W. Steger. Nominated individuals who are approved by the board of visitors receive an emeritus certificate from the university.
A member of the Virginia Tech community since 1967, Taylor made contributions to the understanding of the development and application of hyphenated analytical techniques. He was the author of 323 publications and two books, and received two patents.
He also served as chair of the Department of Chemistry for five years, and was a member of Virginia Tech’s Academy of Teaching Excellence ever since he received the Sporn Award for Excellence in Freshman Teaching in 1977.
Taylor received his bachelor’s degree and Ph.D. from Clemson University.
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