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New GSE Chair Named for Murphy

The dean of the Graduate School of Education, (GSE) Jerome T. Murphy, was honored last night at a forum at which he was named as the holder of the new Harold "Doc" Howe II Professorship, which will be renamed the Jerome T. Murphy Professorship upon Murphy's retirement from the GSE.

The position is accompanied by the permanent Doc Howe fellowship, which will permit needy students to attend the GSE.

"This chair is to recognize Jerry as an extraordinary and courageous leader," said Liz Hobbs, the campaign's co-chair.

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Murphy's friends and admirers, with the support of University President Neil L. Rudenstine, raised the money for the chair unbeknownst to Murphy, she said.

According to Hobbs, more than 40 contributors raised about $3.4 million.

"They're friends of the school and of Jerry," Hobbs said. "The campaign was kept secret so that Murphy would be surprised."

At the ceremony, Rudenstine and Hobbs praised Murphy's many contributions to the GSE.

Rudenstine described Murphy's dedication to the GSE and his desire to reform public education.

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