Supporting The Michael E. Moody Lecture Series

Michael Moody, Former Chair of the Department of Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics—and many students, faculty, staff and friends within its community—have benefited from the extraordinary legacy contributed by Michael Moody. During his time at Harvey Mudd College, the mathematics department revised the core curriculum, rejuvenated the senior thesis program and tripled the number of majors. Moody founded an evening lecture series that brought speakers to the college that illuminated the joy, mystery and applicability of mathematics and that attracted hundreds of students. The department credits Moody as the guiding force that led to them being awarded the American Mathematical Society's inaugural award for an Exemplary Program or Achievement in a Mathematics Department in 2006.

The Department, the college, and I are enthusiastic about recognizing Michael for his achievements and his contributions to the college. We are committed to preserving, celebrating, and perpetually renewing Michael's impact by naming in his honor the long-standing Harvey Mudd College Evening Mathematics Lecture Series.

Please join me in making a contribution in order to support that goal. The funds contributed will help us continue the outstanding caliber of lecturers which Michael helped attract to the department and allow us to potentially support other activities in Michael's name that would enhance the department in ways that will make him proud. Our ambitious goal is to bring to a total of $250,000 the departmental endowment established in his name; over $100,000 has been raised already. This will enable us to preserve and extend Mike's impact on the college in perpetuity via The Michael E. Moody Lecture Series.

To honor and celebrate Michael Moody, please give today and give generously. Thank you for your vision and your support.

Most sincerely,

Andrew Bernoff, Diana and Kenneth Jonsson Chair of Mathematics,
on behalf of the Department of Mathematics

How to contribute

You may make your gift by credit card via the college's secure online site, by entering an amount in the box labeled “Special Designation” and specifying “Math Department Fund in honor of Michael Moody” in the box for instructions.

Or you may call (909) 621-8335 to be connected with someone who will accept your gift over the phone, assist you in donating gifts of securities, provide you with the mailing address for your check, or share instructions for electronic transfers of your gift.

You may also send your checks directly to the Office of College Advancement, Kingston Hall, 301 Platt Boulevard, Harvey Mudd College, Claremont, CA 91711. In each case, please direct your gift to Math Department Fund in honor of Michael Moody.