Dear Jean,
I want you to know that you have touched the lives of so many
colleagues and students in the College of Education. There are very
few faculty members who are regarded so well--there is only
admiration and appreciation of your dedication, expertise,
appreciation, caring attitude, and deep commitment to people as well
as programs. You have meant a great deal to everyone not only in the
school psychology program but across the college. Your energy and
efforts have contributed to the strength and strong reputation of the
school psychology program.
Your strength has been inspiring and you have carried forth beyond
expectations. Your warmth and inviting smile warm the hearts of
others. What a joy it has been to have you as a colleague and
faculty member in this college. Please know that our arms are
wrapped around you, and you have an indelible place in our hearts.
With deep affection and admiration,
Carole
--
Carole Ames
Dean
College of Education
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Dear All,
I write with the very sad news that our dear colleague and friend,
Jean Baker, died last night. Jean has battled breast cancer
valiantly and bravely for the past four years. In spite of this
challenge, she continued to demonstrate incredible energy and effort
in all that she did. So much so that many did not recognize the
depth and seriousness of her challenges. We will always remember
Jean's smile and positive attitude. Her spirit was contagious. She
energized others, she conveyed enthusiasm in all that she did, and
she gave of herself to others.
As a school psychologist, Jean understood the importance of how
scholarship must meet practice. When the Columbine massacre
occurred, Jean responded immediately by preparing web-based
curriculum materials for teachers, counselors and school
psychologists to use in helping students understand and cope with
this tragedy. Jean was also committed to helping people
succeed--both new faculty and students. Every year, including this
year, Jean organized an orientation session for new faculty to assist
them in getting to know and make the transition to MSU. She was a
magnet in recruiting new students to the school psychology program.
What Jean conveyed to students is that she would care about them in
their professional development but also as individuals. Jean will be
remembered for her sincerity and genuineness in all her relationships
with faculty and students.
Jean was a scholar and was recognized in her field as a dynamic
leader. She was known around the country and will be missed as a
scholar, but she has left a legacy through faculty she has mentored
and all the students she has taught and prepared. She was dedicated,
smart, and kind, and she cared about others. She warmed the hearts
of all who came to know her. She leaves an indelible place in our
hearts. Jean was a hero to all who knew her. We will miss her, but
more importantly, we will not forget her.
I know Jean and her family greatly appreciated all the support,
including cards and meals, that came from so many in this college.
I will share details of arrangements as they become available.
--
Carole Ames
Dean
College of Education
Michigan State University
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