DR. HENRY GLEITMAN

I'm very sad to have just learned of Henry's passing. I worked as his secretary for a few years, half a lifetime ago, but I remember him vividly; it would be hard not to, for he was such a vivid personality. He was an amazing human being - a great intellect, dedicated to his students, passionate about his theatrical projects, hilariously funny, and also sensitive and contemplative. We had some deep conversations. He was a father figure to me, gave me sound advice, which I wish I'd taken. He...

I was writing a note to a friend explaining the importance of passionate, engaging teachers. I came across this page while looking for a reference to Dr. Gleitman that I could share. I am very sorry for your loss and I have spent some time today thinking back over my years at Penn and of Dr. Gleitman's course in particular.

I was lucky enough to be a student at Penn (Class of '82) and doubly lucky to have found a place in Dr. Gleitman's lecture hall. I am sure you have heard from many...

I miss you and love you so much, Dad. I could never have dreamed of a better father.

Henry Gleitman was a precious member of the community of psychologists and a warm and wonderful human being. For many of us he was a living link to a classic era in psychology and a font of knowledge about its formative ideas. His collaborations with Lila and their students (today some of the luminaries of cognitive science) introduced profound ideas, demonstrated with ingenious methodology, to our understanding of language and cognition. Perhaps more than anyone, he elevated the teaching of...

My deepest sympathy for your loss. May you find strength and comfort in God who promises to be "a secure refuge in times of distress"(Psalm 9:9)

So sorry to hear of the passing of such an important contributor to our understanding of the human condition.