Honoring a Legend Dr. W.L. Magnuson
Dr. Magnuson surrounded by many of his students, with daughter Dr. Barbara (Magnuson) Woodward ’88 — in blue — and wife Kirsten Ahnell ’91 — in black — at his side
Over one hundred family members, former students, friends and colleagues celebrated the career of Dr. W.L. Magnuson at the Owensboro Country Club on April 28 with shared memories and expressions of gratitude. Dr. Magnuson retired at the end of the spring semester after 49 years as a Wesleyan chemistry professor. Thanks to many generous contributors, the Magnuson Scholars Program will provide scholarships to chemistry students in perpetuity. A total of $281,250 has been raised to date, exceeding the $250,000 goal.
Dr. Magnuson with son Justin
Rok Miremami ’76 and Leah (Bennett) Vandiver ’77 with Dr. Magnuson
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The first two Magnuson Scholars, Sydney Leisure (rising senior) and Emily Jenkins (rising sophomore) were recognized at the event. Each will receive a $2,500 scholarship. Eventually, there will be a Magnuson Scholar in each class.
Assistant Professor of Chemistry Dr. Krystal (Teasley) Hamorsky ’04, Magnuson Scholar Emily Jenkins ’21, Dr. Magnuson, Magnuson Scholar Sydney Leisure ’19 and Assistant Professor of Chemistry Kyle Watson
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