Celebrating the Life of Tom Ten Have

• Activity Number: 221
• Type: Invited
• Date/Time: Monday, July 30, 2012 : 2:00 PM to 3:50 PM
• Sponsor: Memorial
• Author(s): J. Richard Landis*+
• Companies: University of Pennsylvania
• Keywords: Statistical scientist ; Social justice advocate ; Gentle mentor ; Friend to all ; Mental health statistician

Abstract

This talk will provide highlights of Tom's life and career, touching on his many spheres of influence as family member, friend, colleague, advisor, mentor, scientist, scholar, champion for social justice and humble servant. He tackled complex, socially urgent problems, contributing both to design and analysis innovations in personalized treatment strategies, focusing especially on hehavioral and mental health applications. He had a dream that the world should, and could, be better than the present realities of injustice. No one combined his professional pursuits with championing social justice more effectively than Tom. He was persistent in identifying and creating opportunities for underrepresented minorities at all levels. Even more than Tom's far-reaching professional impact, the way he treated each person he met was absolutely exemplary. He was always focused on others, even when struggling with his own battle for health. Tom's scholarship, integrity, and humble service continue to inspire all who knew him to reach beyond themselves to encourage and invest in others.