Dr. Diane Tye with Professor Emeritus of Folklore Dr. Neil Rosenberg prior to a Fall 2023 Convocation Ceremony during which Dr. Tye was recognized as a Professor Emerita.

 

Dr. Diane Tye has been awarded the title of Professor Emerita.

This distinction is open only to retired members of the faculty. To be eligible, a person must have served at least 10 years as a regular full-time faculty member at Memorial and must have held the rank of professor upon retirement. The prime criteria for nomination are sustained, outstanding scholarly work and/or service to the university.

Diane shaped the Department of Folklore in numerous significant ways prior to her retirement in 2022. We are very pleased that she was accorded the well-deserved title of Professor Emerita. Congratulations!