Departmental Spotlight

Dr. Robert Straus Charity Roast

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 2, 2011) − University of Kentucky medical students, faculty, staff and friends of Robert Straus, Ph.D., gathered together for this year's charity roast, hosted by the University of Kentucky College of Medicine Class of 2012, in February at the Crowne Plaza Hotel's Campbell House. Straus, one of the UK College of Medicine's founding fathers, was this year's honoree. "Dr. Straus has significantly contributed to our college community and the field of behavioral science, as a whole, over the past 50 years," said Dr. Emery A. Wilson, interim dean and vice president for clinical academic affairs. "While many humorous anecdotes were shared with the audience, it was the recognition of his many accomplishments that served as the true highlight of the evening. As proud as Dr. Straus is of this place, there are countless individuals who are far more proud of having known, learned from and worked for Dr. Straus."

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