Kenneth Leon Robinson

Ken Robinson was a member of my MS (1982) and PhD (1985) committees and I found his thoughtful and insightful comments and suggestions in relation to both theses particularly valuable. I managed to catch up with Ken during subsequent visits to Cornell/Ithaca and greatly enjoyed our discussions on agricultural policy issues of the day. In my most recent visit in June this year, my wife Patsy and I were most fortunate in being able to have dinner with Ken, Jean and other former Cornell...

I had the great opportunity to serve as a TA for Professor Robinson during my time at Cornell. He was not only an outstanding professor but also a wonderful human being. He and Jean generously opened their home to graduate students, including for Thanksgiving for those of us far from home. My thoughts are with the family.

Professor Robinson was a member of my Ph.D. advising committee, 1966-70. He always impressed me with his kindness, and thoughtful and helpful suggestions. He leaves behind a legacy as a great teacher with a host of appreciative students. My sympathies to his family and the Cornell community that has lost another of its great leaders. Richard Meyer, Professor emeritus, The Ohio State University

Professor Robinson was was one of my favorite instructors during my undergraduate years at Cornell. His enthusiasm for the subject matter, coupled with his passion for the agriculture industry, were key elements to his effective teaching skills. I have continued to draw upon the core curriculum of his course throughout my professional career. I have also had the good furtune to visit with Ken over the years since his retirement and found him to be very engaging and interested in his former...

Professor Robinson was kind, but fair. He was very understated about his distinguished background, and his rise from rural Washington to Harvard, Oxford and Cornell. Our sympathies to his wife and family. He was a good and great man.
Warren, Kathie & William : Hong Kong

As one of Dr. Robinson's PhD students, I will never forget a comment he made about writing. "There is no such thing as good writing," he said to me at the end of a session with him, letting me ponder briefly on what he meant. Then he concluded his thought with, "....only good re-writing." The point was clear; it is in editing, revising and rethinking original drafts that one's writing becomes good. I have never forgotten that

Professor Robinson was by far my favorite college professor. He was extremely kind and generous with his time. He explained very complex theories in the most fundamental ways that made them seem like common sense. Of all of my college text books, his is the only one that I saved. I'm grateful to have been his student.

Ken was a true role model. Every day, he showed us how hard work, strong values, knowledge, and intelligence could produce great things. He demanded the best from his students, and we remain his legacy. His greatness lives on in us, and is shared each day with those who we teach and influence. My sincere condolences to his family, but also thanks for sharing Ken with us for so many years.