Anne L. Birberick

Anne was my professor, boss as a teaching assistant, mentor as a teacher and my dear friend. She had an amazing way of guiding students and teaching assistants by quietly highlighting our strengths and encouraging us to work through problems and tasks individually and in groups. Anne was the master of connecting people and honing in one's strengths. The time I spent in her classes and under her direction as a teaching assistant and master's candidate were some of the most rewarding parts...

Anne was our neighbor and we shared a driveway and many great conversations. We moved away in 2018 after 15 years of having the pleasure of Anne next door. Deepest sympathies to her brother and niece and nephews.

Anne served as the Vice Provost that I reported to, while Director of the CHANCE Program and the National Science Foundation PROMISE Scholars Program. What I remember most about her leadership, supervision and personal approach was her readiness to share in a good laugh about the ordinary and the unusual. She acknowledged your achievements, especially formally, and often complimented her direct reports on their ability to think out of the box to solve problems. Often most interested in...

Anne was my grad school thesis advisor and became a good friend. I will miss her very much. Her dedication to her students and her love of French became a foundation of my teaching career. My very sincere condolences to her family.