University Mourns Death of Professor

(Updated 4/7/09 8:15 p.m.)

VALDOSTA - Dr. Robert Hull, professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders, died unexpectedly Monday, April 6.

“We are deeply saddened by the devastating news of Bob’s death and our thoughts and prayers are extended to his family and friends,” President Patrick J. Schloss said. “He was a beloved professor and avid Blazer fan, he will be greatly missed by this entire university and community.”

Students currently enrolled in courses taught by Dr. Hull should report to classes at the normal time.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 11, in the Chapel of Carson McLane Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials made to the Robert A. Hull, Sr. Scholarship Fund ivia the Valdosta State University Foundation, Inc. Condolences to the family may be conveyed online at www.mclanefuneralservices.com.