Ohio Department of Natural Resources honors retired professor

BOWLING GREEN, O.—Dr. Richard Hoare, a professor emeritus of geology at Bowling Green State University, has been awarded the William W. Mather Medal for 2002 by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

Sponsored by ODNR’s Division of Geological Survey and named for Ohio’s first state geologist, the medal is awarded annually to an individual who has made significant contributions to the study of Ohio geology.
Hoare, a BGSU faculty member from 1957-90, has been a leading publisher of scientific work on Ohio’s fossils, including more than 60 papers about paleontology. He also wrote four chapters in the geological survey division’s book, “Fossils of Ohio,” and co-authored several survey bulletins and a survey report of investigations. During his teaching career, he advised more than 30 master’s degree candidates.

“Dick’s commitment to lifelong learning and Ohio geology is best exemplified by his continued research and publications after retirement,” said Dr. Joseph Frizado, associate professor of geology and former geology department chair at BGSU. “Dick stopped teaching, but he didn’t stop working and continues to make significant contributions to paleontology.”

“His extraordinary accomplishments have been a great asset to the Division of Geological Survey, and his professionalism serves as a model for all scientists,” added Thomas Berg, division chief and current state geologist.


(Posted October 30, 2002)