Robert G. Hering
Professor of Mechanical Engineering (1971
– 1996)
Chair of Mechanical Engineering (1971 – 1972)
Dean, College of Engineering (1972 – 1992)
With inspired leadership
and a deep commitment to quality, Bob Hering transformed the
College of Engineering into a thriving academic center reaching
international distinction. As dean, he blended vision, passion,
and determination into a formula for 21st Century academic excellence.
He pioneered one of the earliest collegiate instructional computer
networks, established one of the nation’s first biomedical
engineering programs and an innovative center of research excellence
in computer-aided design, and inspired ambitious diversity programs
benefiting women and minorities. Hering’s masterful advocacy
skills earned the College of Engineering an enviable level of
respect among colleagues at peer institutions many times larger
than Iowa.
Inducted June 11, 2005
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