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When I first arrived at Brown (as a community college transfer), I met Michael because of a random email that he sent me. He informed me of a course that he was teaching and asked me if I would like to take the class. Unfortunately, I had a full course load. That didn't matter much in my mind. I was genuinely impressed with Michael's happy and warm demeanor. I asked if I could come by and chat with him from time to time and he agreed.

On one occasion, he took me out to lunch and had a heart to heart conversation with me. He spoke to me about life, education, and possible career paths. I still remember him in his mentor tone "Eric, don't worry about that right now, you've got to keep your grades up and you'll be fine..." Gosh, I wish he could see me now. I took all of his advice and I managed to survive Brown. It is people like Michael who really help the young and motivated achieve all sorts of new things.

I miss him dearly because he was such a great person. He was always wiling to listen and he was someone you wanted to listen to. I hope that his family is doing well.