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| Vol. 17, No. 2 | Sept. 11, 1997 |
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| Vol. 17, No. 2 | Sept. 11, 1997 |
A bench honoring James C. Kakavas, the University's oldest living dean and professor emeritus, and his wife, Theresa, has been donated by his daughter and son-in-law, Dorothea and Ray Klapinsky, both UD '60, and family. The bench and plaque are located near Wolf Hall.
During his 35-year UD career (1929-64), Kakavas, who is a microbiologist, was instrumental in establishing programs in medical technology, marine studies and nursing, as well as the University of Delaware Research Foundation (UDRF), which provides seed money for young scientists. At the University, he served as chairperson of the department of Biological Sciences and as dean of the College of Graduate Studies from 1962-64.
Recently, it was announced that more than $100,000 has been raised for the James C. and Theresa Kakavas Scholarship Endowment for the Department of Medical Technology.
