Monday, July 9, 2007

Professor Don Ariev

Dear Colleagues,

It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of Professor Don Ariev, who died on July 4th, 2007.

Don was a stalwart member of the Pratt community for four decades and among his multifarious contributions, served as Academic Senate President between 2001 and 2004.

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in memory of Professor Ariev, details of which were published in the New York Times (pasted below).

Notes and cards may be sent to:
Laurel Ariev
12 Carlyle Drive
Glen Cove, NY 11542


Don was, to me, a special friend and collegue and I will miss him dearly.

Sincerely,

Jenny Lee

Access Pratt's Press Release

ARIEV--Donald
The Pratt Institute community notes with sorrow the death of Graduate Communications and Packaging Design chairperson Donald Ariev, who made immeasurable contributions to design education during his 40-year tenure as a professor and administrator at Pratt. An award-winning designer, Don served as a model of excellence for generations of students.

A memorial at Pratt is planned for fall 2007. Donations in memory of Professor Ariev can be sent to Pratt Institute, Division of Development, 200 Willoughby Avenue, 219 North Hall, Brooklyn, NY 11205.

Published in the New York Times on 7/7/2007

In Memory of Don Ariev

Dear Colleagues,

In response to email questions about how to contribute to a scholarship fund in memory of Don Ariev, I have included detailed information below.

The person to contact is Lenora Hallums, whom I just telephoned to pledge a gift. Lenora is quite knowledgeable and helpful, so please contact her if you have questions about this matter.

Thank you and best wishes to all,

Jenny Lee

GIVING TO PRATT

Contributions to a scholarship fund in Don's memory should be sent to the

Office of Development
c/o Lenora Hallums
219 North Hall
Pratt Institute
200 Willoughby Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11205

There are many ways to give; by check and also by credit card. Credit card donations could be made over a period of months, for example $XX a month for each of X months. Donations by credit card can be arranged by calling Lenora Hallums at 718-636-3600 and requesting extension 2463

Log on to the Development website for general information