Professor of marine geology Robert N. Ginsburg dedicated the better part of
his professional life-over half a century- to the University of Miami
Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science.
Now, thanks to his generous bequest, the School will bear the permanent
marks of Ginsburg's commitment in the form of two endowed chairs and an
endowed fellowship.
Ginsburg's gift will endow a post-doctoral fellowship in sedimentary
geology, to be awarded annually, and two chairs in the Division of Marine
Geology and Geophysics.
Attorney John Admire, executor of Ginsburg's estate and a personal friend,
remembers him as a unique and wonderful individual.
"Dr. Bob was first and always a gentleman who loved life and loved the sea.
He loved to teach, and taught by example. He respected all of God's
creatures and marveled at their creation. He knew that the world is a
better place when we all work together. He was one of a kind. He will never
be forgotten," said Admire.
Ginsburg began his career as a research assistant at UM's Marine
Laboratory, then left to join Shell Development Company, where he created a
research and training program. After nine years with Shell, Ginsburg
returned to academia as a professor of geology at Johns Hopkins University.
He rejoined UM in 1970 to teach sedimentology, and remained for more than
50 years.
Ginsburg retired from the University of Miami in 2010 at the age of 85, and
passed away in 2017.
Particularly inspiring in light of his long service to UM, the endowments
created by Ginsburg's bequest will provide vital support to future
generations of marine geologists at the School.
Roni Avissar, dean of the Rosenstiel School, said, "The legacy of Dr.
Ginsburg will live on through his extraordinary gift and provide a benefit
to the School for generations to come. Thanks to his foresight, care, and
love for Rosenstiel, the resources to support and recruit the most talented
faculty will remain in perpetuity. We are truly grateful."
-Emily Wilson
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