File #: 2012-0254    Version: 1
Type: Recognition Status: Closed
File created: 7/2/2012 In control: City Council Regular Meeting
On agenda: Final action: 7/16/2012
Title: Proclamation in Recognition of Dr. Virinder K. Moudgil for his dedication and service to Oakland University
Attachments: 1. Agenda Summary.pdf, 2. Proclamation.pdf, 3. Resolution.pdf
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Proclamation in Recognition of Dr. Virinder K. Moudgil for his dedication and service to Oakland University

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Whereas, after 36 years of outstanding service to Oakland University, Dr. Virinder K. Moudgil has accepted the position of President at Lawrence Technological University; and

Whereas, Dr. Moudgil is known for his dedication to academic progress, outstanding professional qualifications, and expertise in advanced long-term educational program development; and

Whereas, during his tenure, Dr. Moudgil demonstrated passion and unfaltering dedication as an academic administrator. His administrative responsibilities included the main library and 16 administrative units, including technology services, international studies, business incubators, e-learning, and sponsored research; and

Whereas, Dr. Moudgil began as provost with a focus on enhancing the already exceptional quality of Oakland University's academic programs, support services, and cultural environment. As OU provost, he oversaw six schools, the college of Arts and Sciences, the Honors College, and eight charter schools. He also sought to expand funding support for faculty research, advance the role of undergraduate students in research, and enhance OU's interaction in both the academic and broader communities; and

Whereas, Dr. Moudgil's significant accomplishment includes co-chairing the establishment of a partnership with Beaumont Health Systems to create OU's William Beaumont School of Medicine, and played a key role in the affiliation agreement with Thomas M. Cooley Law School to the OU campus; and

Whereas, perhaps Dr. Moudgil's greatest legacy will be the education, inspiration, and mentorship he provided countless individual students, faculty, and staff members of Oakland University.

Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the Mayor and City Council of Rochester Hills hereby recognize Dr. Virinder Moudgil for his dedication and service to Oakland University and wish him continued s...

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