Dr. Samuel C. Chu

I was also a student of Professor Chu's in the 1980's. He always presented East Asian history in an interesting and insightful way, relating personal experiences and concurrent events in world history. I loved attending his classes! I've continued to read for pleasure and personal enrichment many books (as well as movies)related to East Asian history, literature, culture, and food. Which brings me another very fond and grateful memory of Professor Chu.
I don't know if Mrs. Chu still...

I was a student of Dr. Chu's back in the early 80s, and as I began teaching a sixth grade Social Studies unit on Ancient China here this morning in Bowling Green, Ohio, I thought I'd look up his name. While saddened to hear of his death, I'm gratified to have this opportunity to let those who knew him better know of his impact on my life.
He was my most memorable and influential teacher in my four+ years at Ohio State and his ability to teach in what I remember as a quiet, calm, and...

I miss my dad...or "Pa" as we called him. Am thinking of many poignant moments together. He drove us everywhere (including to piano lessons in Dayton 75 miles away), then taught us how to drive when we turned 16, showed us how to bat and throw a softball, expounded on history, and was always willing to listen.

-Elaine

A favorite photo from Jonathan & Sumana's wedding last summer...

Dr. Sam Chu was a colleague and a friend who gave timely support and encouragement. He will be sadly missed.

Our dealings with Mr. Chu were limited to leaving phone messages for Mrs. Chu, our piano teacher. He was also master of ceremonies during the annual piano recital. Even viewing him from afar, we can tell that he was a good man - loving to his wife and family and caring to people around him. Mrs. Chu, Laura, and the rest of the family, our deepest condolences. May he rest in peace. - The Baggs' family

Leslea and I will surly miss Sam. We will miss his humor, advices, and his knowledge of sports. We are glad to have had such a good friend for such a long time, and had the good times together. Rest in peace.

Sam Chu was vice chair of OSU's History Dept. when I was hired in 1992. He was a great colleague and a wonderful person and will be sorely missed.

Elaine, Thank you for your call. We are very saddened to learn of your father's death. Sam was a wonderful traveling companion and leader of our five trips to China in the 1980's and 1990's, Hope Lucy is doing well.

We were saddened to hear about Dr. Chu passing. We hope and pray that you and your family will have the strength during this time of loss. We want to let you know that we are here if you need anything.