Roger T. Conway

Roger Conway, in addition to his many and varied academic accomplishments, was one of the good guys. Always a gentleman and scholar , he contributed much to the Southern community with grace and steadfast loyalty. Southern gained much from his many contributions to Media Studies and all endeavors in which he was involved. Ellen Beatty

Carol, Thank you for your wise comments and kind words. I know you speak from experience. I am planning to have a memorial for him later in the Fall and I will contact you then. Andrea

Dear Andrea, I am so sorry for your loss. Hold on to all the wonderful memories you and Roger created through the years and know those memories will be forever. Death of a loved one is so hard and words can only give us peace and comfort for a moment! Know I am keeping you in my prayers and close to my heart! With love, Carol

Sam Darcy, Your post describes everything Roger loved about the teaching of writing and literature. He loved learning from his students as much as teaching them. He would greatly appreciate your message. Thank you for posting it.

Mr Conway had an indelible impact on me during my years at Southern CT. He was generous with his time and made no hesitation giving time and attention to those of us who were invested in being English Majors. He shared his own writing efforts in the effort to improve student's ability to read with a critical eye, achieve one's best work and appreciate the literature he was introducing us to. Thank you Roger- you helped shaped my life and gave me a deep appreciation for GOOD writing and...