William F. Boore, professor emeritus of business administration, born September 21, 1921, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, died in Portland on January 9, 2007. In 1964 Professor Boore joined the newly formed School of Business Administration and headed the Department of Management until retiring in 1982. His professional career reflected continuous momentum, bridging distinct disciplines: metallurgical engineering and business administration. After earning an engineering B.S. (1942) at Lehigh University, he served as an Army Air Force officer in the Pacific Theater. Returning to civilian life in 1946, he worked for two years as an electrochemist with the Elgin Watch Company. From 1948 to 1951 he was an assistant professor of engineering at the University of Colorado and concurrently completed an M.S. (1950) at Colorado School of Mines. During the Korean Conflict, he returned to Air Force active duty, working in technical and management analysis within the Research and Development Command. He served as assistant professor of air science and tactics at Iowa State’s ROTC department from 1951 to 1953. In 1954 he earned an M.B.A. at the University of Chicago and advanced to the rank of lieutenant colonel. Professor Boore re-entered the academic world in 1957 at Washington State University’s Department of Metallurgical Engineering. This led him to complete a Ph.D. (1963) in business administration at the University of Washington. In memoriam: William F. Boore, 1921-2007 Professor Boore’s PSU tenure, 1964-1982, began only three years after its seminal Department of Business Administration had been enlarged and designated as a freestanding “division.” At this early stage of institutional growth, Professor Boore guided a five-year Department of Management undergraduate curricular plan, headed the MBA curriculum committee, and chaired the campus-wide Graduate Council. These pioneering efforts, over and above departmental administration and instruction responsibilities, constituted an enormous contribution to the School of Business Administration and to the University at large. Tireless, competent service, coupled to an agreeable, thoughtful personality, led him to be universally liked by his colleagues. On a personal note, nondepartmental colleagues who engaged with Bill through committee service—or as competitive handball opponents —enjoyed his company, and we have missed him. Bill married Carol Curtis in Boise, Idaho, on Nov. 23, 1943. After retirement, their adventurous curiosity prompted them to undertake continuous worldwide travel. Survivors include Carol and their daughter, Christine Wheeler, and her husband, Reed. To them, we extend our heartfelt condolences. At his request, there will be no services. Remembrances should be made to Alzheimer’s Research, in care of Pegg, Paxson and Springer Funeral Home, 4675 SW Watson, Beaverton OR 97005. —Victor C. Dahl, Professor Emeritus of History The Elections Committee is seeking nominations for the following 2007-08 RAPS Board positions: President-elect Secretary Treasurer One to three Members-at-Large Serving on the RAPS Board is a wonderful opportunity to advance the objectives of our organization and to interact with a terrific group of colleagues. If you are interested in serving on the board or have suggestions for nominees, contact Mary Brannan, chair, Elections Committee, at brannanmg@ comcast.net or 503-239-1077. The deadline for nominations is March 20. The president-elect is responsible for organizing the general meetings/programs for the year and for acting for the president in his or her absence. The president-elect continues on the board as president and past president for the ensuing two years. The secretary takes minutes of the meetings and prepares final copy for printing and distribution to the board. The term of office is one year. The treasurer monitors the financial records and disbursement of funds and prepares reports for monthly meetings. The term of office is one year. The members-at-large participate in monthly meetings and assist with special board activities and projects. The term of office is three years. Nominations to RAPS Board sought for 2007-08
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