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18-19, 2000
ITEM 107-1019-R0500������ Resolution
Concerning the Retirement of William W. Wilmot, Professor of Communication
Studies, College of Arts and Sciences; The University of Montana-Missoula
THAT:� ��������������������������������� William W. Wilmot, Professor of
Communication Studies, in his 27 years of dedicated service to The University
of Montana, has merited the commendation of the Board of Regents of the Montana
University System, and has earned the title of Professor of Communication
Studies Emeritus.
EXPLANATION:����������������� Professor
Wilmot earned his Ph.D. from the University of Washington in 1970 and joined
the faculty at The University of Montana in 1972.� Professor Wilmot has provided a model of professional balance and
excellence throughout his career.�
Professor Wilmot is the author of six books and many articles and
chapters on interpersonal communication and dispute resolution.� He is the former President of the Western
States Communication Association.�
Professor Wilmot�s work is often required reading in graduate and undergraduate
programs, and he has lectured widely at other universities.
Always well loved by students, his former students will remember
Professor Wilmot as a unique instructor who engaged, challenged, and rewarded
them.� Just this year, he achieved the
distinction of Master Teacher, awarded by the Western States Communication
Association.
Perhaps Professor Wilmot�s greatest strength is the integration of
theory and practice.� He has conducted
conflict mediation and consultation with hundreds of businesses, educational
institutions, nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies.� In teaching, scholarship, and practice
Professor Wilmot has shown a genuine commitment to promoting positive
interpersonal relations and a humane and rational approach to human conflict.� This commitment earned Professor Wilmot the
John Ruffato Memorial Award from The University of Montana in 1994, for the
integration of University teaching with the community.
In recognition of his accomplishments and meritorious service, the Department
of Communication Studies recommends Professor William W. Wilmot for Emeritus
status.