ALFRED VIOLA

In April, wonderful memories flooded back when my husband and I visited Hurtig Hall, where we met. We reflected on being in Al's orgo classes, my undergrad research days, and selecting graduate programs. Through the years, Al was a lasting influence. He remains so today. Forever in my heart and memory.

Rest in peace Al. We will giving out the annual Al and Joy Viola award again this Thursday, so thank you for your generosity.

As I was thinking back of the people for whom I am grateful for having helped me in my past, I was saddened to learn of the recent passing of Professor Viola. As a young naive undergraduate at NE in the early 70s, he instilled in me a love of science and curiosity that changed the coarse of my life. I was very much adrift in the turbulent times of the 70s, his lab became a safe haven. I think back on those days often, he was truly a great man.

In a year of so much loss, my beloved Professor Viola's name is added to the list. I am so grateful for the tremendous impact AV has had on my life. As an undergrad, I struggled in first semester organic. Through the blend of his challenging and encouraging style, I succeeded at NEU as did my classmate, Paul. Paul and I went on to get PhD's in chemistry and married. Years later, Paul, our son, Dan, and I attended AV's 80th birthday celebration; the same year Dan started at NEU. This...

Sincere Condolences to Joy and all others that knew and loved Al. I first met Al and Joy on my first Safari to Kenya in 1986. From that time, they took me under their wing and treated me like family. I have very fond memories of being on safari with them several times as well as being a guest at their home in Massachusettes. One thing I remember Al always telling me was "don't sweat the small stuff kid." That always stuck with me. Al was an inspiration to many and accomplished so much. A...

Al and I served together in the Chemistry Department at Northeastern for many years until his retirement. I have fond memories of Al: his concern for students, his devotion to the university, and his antics. I remember his stories about the history of the Department and his talk to the students about the kindertransport & how he survived WWII as a refugee child in England. He and Joy have given in so many ways to the University. My condolences to Joy.

I am saddened to hear of Prof. Viola's passing. I had the pleasure of working with him for eight years at the beginning of my own academic career at Northeastern University. His humor and wisdom were always something to appreciate. Al and Joy's dedication to providing future generations with the means to complete their education is a wonderful legacy.