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February 9, 2024

Remembering Michael Schwartz

Steve Balch

As a former member of the NAS Board of Directors and an academic administrator, Michael Schwartz was a long-time steward of academic achievement and excellence.

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January 3, 2024

Remembering Carol Iannone

Steve Balch

Carol was that rare chimera, the hardened idealist, coupling an innocence ever shocked by the world as it is, to a tough-minded tenacity that never relented in fighting back.

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August 13, 2022

The Passing of David McCullough and the Loss of America’s Historian

Ian Oxnevad

The recent passing of David McCullough marks the loss of a historian who offered Americans access to their past, and one who did so without politicization.

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May 10, 2022

No Midge, No National Association of Scholars: A Tribute to Midge Decter

Steve Balch

Steve Balch reflects on the life of Midge Decter, the "godmother" of the National Association of Scholars, who helped NAS find its footing during its fledgling years.

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November 4, 2021

Joseph M. Horn Remembered

Steve Balch

NAS mourns the passing of one of our earliest members, who also served as inaugural president of our Texas state affiliate.

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June 1, 2021

In Memoriam: Foster Friess

National Association of Scholars

The National Association of Scholars mourns the passing of Foster S. Friess, a generous donor to NAS and many other organizations.

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May 3, 2021

J. Michael Zuromskis, In Memoriam

National Association of Scholars

The National Association of Scholars mourns the passing of long-time member J. Michael Zuromskis, who passed away on March 19, 2021.

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January 25, 2021

Jon Westling, R.I.P.

Peter Wood

Jon Westling, a former president of Boston University, died on January 15. Here, NAS President Peter Wood provides his tribute and reminisence.

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December 22, 2020

John E.D. Irving, Jr. 1948-2020

National Association of Scholars

The National Association of Scholars mourns the passing of John Irving, who died on December 13 in Princeton. John worked for NAS between 1993-2013, and for many years served as managing editor of Aca......

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December 2, 2020

Walter E. Williams: What I've Learned About Teaching Well

Walter E. Williams

In remembrance of a great economist and professor, we republish Prof. Williams' essay of advice to any future educator who wants to teach well.

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