University of Massachusetts Amherst

A Tribute to Professor W. Brian O’Connor: Recognition and Celebration

Join alumni and friends in celebrating the distinguished career and achievements

of Professor W. Brian O’Connor: scientist, advisor, mentor, and friend.

The celebration will include:

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Campus Tours - Leaving from Campus Center. Meet at the bookstore entrance

2:00 - 5:00 p.m.

CME/AGD Seminar Presentations - Engineering Laboratory ll Auditorium

Three consecutive sessions will address the theme:

"The Science of Medicine: Bench to Bedside"

* Aaron Lazare MD, Chancellor UMass Medical School, will discuss his new book, On Apology, as it relates to the interpersonal relationship between healthcare professionals and patients.

* Richard V. Aghababian MD, FACEP, UMass Medical School, will discuss the medical aspects of bioterrorism.

* William J. Morgan MD, Worcester Medical Center, and Arthur Pappas MD, UMass Medical School, will present on Boston Red Sox Sports Medicine and Vignettes.

6:00 - 9:30 p.m.

Reception and Dinner - Top of the Campus

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Cocktail Reception

7:00 - 9:30 p.m. - Dinner & Recognition Ceremony for Professor O’Connor