Married couples abound in the teaching ranks of the College of Basic and Applied Sciences by Patsy B. Weiler
S
ome might think that
research, rely on their different strengths and interests,
romance and science go together like orange blossoms and osmosis. At Middle Tennessee State University, Cupid must have his own app–numerous married couples bring their collective and individual talents to the College of Basic and Applied Sciences.
and are each other’s best ally and critic.
There could be “chemistry” in the air since the largest
Liz and Dan Troup’s relationship is one that was homegrown
number work in that department. Others have offices on opposite sides of campus and try to grab an occasional lunch together. Once at home, they say they are like other families but admit that shoptalk about the University does occasionally drift into their conversations. None of them say they compete with their mates. Often they travel together for work and play, have performed joint
Collectively, they agree their main goal is to have a positive effect on their students and excite them about learning. Several of these duos shared a closer a look at their lives on and off campus.
Dan and Liz Troup Dan: Agribusiness and Agriscience, Crops Unit manager Liz: Agribusiness and Agriscience, Milk Processing Plant manager
at MTSU. After meeting in a genetics lab class as undergraduates, the friendship sparked a long-burning flame. They wed in the chapel at historic Cannonsburgh Village in Murfreesboro and have been married 27 years. Both of their children attend MTSU. (continued on page 24)
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