Hunter Rouse
Professor of Fluid Mechanics (1939 –
1972)
Director, Iowa Institute of Hydraulic Research (1944 – 1965)
Dean, College of Engineering (1966 – 1972)
Carver Professor (1972 – 1976)
Hunter Rouse was
instrumental in reshaping hydraulics into a rigorous engineering
discipline firmly based on fundamental fluid mechanics. Rouse
initiated UI classes and teaching laboratories in the subject.
He also designed research instrumentation, authored significant
textbooks, and engaged in history research. Rouse received
a steady stream of federal grants that stimulated fundamental
research and educational programs. His fame, stature, and
travels around the globe established IIHR’s international
reputation and attracted numerous students. Rouse’s
final UI years were lived in the Dean’s office, where
he applied his high standards and single-minded focus to lead
the College to new levels of excellence and achievement.
Inducted June 12, 1004
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