Professor Emerita, Indiana University School of Education
January 8, 1930 – March 25, 2008
The Indiana University School of Education at IUPUI is profoundly saddened by the passing of one of its most respected colleagues. Professor Gilchrist was a respected faculty member and, later, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the School of Education. She served her department, school, and students with dedication and distinction.
Professor Mary Alice Gilchrist was born January 8, 1930 in South Bend, Indiana, to the late Byron Bruce Gilchrist, and Emma Berneice (Pfeiffer) Gilchrist. Possessing a high level of intelligence and drive,Mary obtained an A.B. degree from Franklin College, Franklin, Indiana, and M.A. and Ed.D. degrees from the University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado.
Professor Gilchrist began her career in education by teaching in the South Bend public schools, and later moved to the Indiana University School of Education at IUPUI. Her students learned a great deal from her and deeply appreciated her concern for their education. They spoke often of her effective teaching style.
Professor Gilchrist is survived by her sister, Janet Ann (Gilchrist) Frost; two nieces, Susan Diane (Frost) Rojas and Catherine Ann (Frost) Nichols; and three grand-nephews and one grand-niece.
THUS, BE IT RESOLVED: that this memorial resolution be placed in the minutes of Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Faculty Council with a moment of silence observed in her honor.
This resolution is written on behalf of Professor Gilchrist’s students, staff, and colleagues. This resolution was prepared by Dr. Christine Leland, Interim Executive Associate Dean of the Indiana University School of Education at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis.