In Memory Of
Alfred T. Collette
1922
2014
Alfred T. Collette
September 10, 1922 — January 23, 2014
Alfred T. Collette, Ph.D.
January 23, 2014
Alfred T. Collette, Ph.D., died on January 23, 2014. He was born in Syracuse, New York on September 10, 1922. Professor Collette was the son of Samuel and Palma Quinto Collette. Alfred was preceded in death by his father, mother and sister Antoinnette and is survived by a niece Patricia and a nephew, Mitchell Pines; and longtime friend, Frederick Tripp.
Alfred Collette served in W.W. II as a weatherman in the Pacific, providing weather information for the dropping of the atomic bomb. After the war, he completed his undergraduate education and taught science in Cherry Valley, New York, then went on to Syracuse University to earn a doctorate in zoology. Professor Collette worked over 50 years at Syracuse University, serving as a researcher, teacher and administrator. For a short period of time he was the chairperson of the Zoology Department and for over 30 years as the chairman of the Science Teaching Department where he earned national and international recognition as a science educator known for methods of teaching science in the secondary schools. In addition, Professor Collette was the director of the Syracuse University Art Collection.
In 1959, Walther Thurber and Alfred Collette produced the first edition of Teaching Science in Today's Secondary Schools. The textbook has been one of the most widely used resources for science teacher training. The book continues to be published by one of professor Collette's advisees and friend, titled Science Instruction in the Middle and Secondary Schools, which has been used in the United States and in other countries for over 50 years – a remarkable accomplishment and contribution to teaching and learning science. Professor Collette was a successful grant writer who brought in many millions of dollars to support the Department of Science Teaching, especially the funding for hundreds of graduate students, many of whom have gone on to distinguish themselves in science teaching. His influence continues through his graduate students who have received many awards and distinctions for advancing science education at universities, state departments of education and school districts across the nation.
Professor Collette also served as the Director of the Syracuse University Art Collection for over 30 years. He was knowledgeable about paintings and prints. Under his direction, the collection expanded in quantity and quality. Professor Collette created a single inventory of all the art owned by Syracuse University, established a monetary value (appraisal) for the collection, and provided proper care and storage for the collection. In addition, the Collection held many important exhibitions that featured art work from many period and countries – American, European, and Asian. Professor Collette also oversaw the publication of more than 50 catalogs by the Art Collection.
Memorial Services will be held at a later date in the spring.
January 23, 2014
Alfred T. Collette, Ph.D., died on January 23, 2014. He was born in Syracuse, New York on September 10, 1922. Professor Collette was the son of Samuel and Palma Quinto Collette. Alfred was preceded in death by his father, mother and sister Antoinnette and is survived by a niece Patricia and a nephew, Mitchell Pines; and longtime friend, Frederick Tripp.
Alfred Collette served in W.W. II as a weatherman in the Pacific, providing weather information for the dropping of the atomic bomb. After the war, he completed his undergraduate education and taught science in Cherry Valley, New York, then went on to Syracuse University to earn a doctorate in zoology. Professor Collette worked over 50 years at Syracuse University, serving as a researcher, teacher and administrator. For a short period of time he was the chairperson of the Zoology Department and for over 30 years as the chairman of the Science Teaching Department where he earned national and international recognition as a science educator known for methods of teaching science in the secondary schools. In addition, Professor Collette was the director of the Syracuse University Art Collection.
In 1959, Walther Thurber and Alfred Collette produced the first edition of Teaching Science in Today's Secondary Schools. The textbook has been one of the most widely used resources for science teacher training. The book continues to be published by one of professor Collette's advisees and friend, titled Science Instruction in the Middle and Secondary Schools, which has been used in the United States and in other countries for over 50 years – a remarkable accomplishment and contribution to teaching and learning science. Professor Collette was a successful grant writer who brought in many millions of dollars to support the Department of Science Teaching, especially the funding for hundreds of graduate students, many of whom have gone on to distinguish themselves in science teaching. His influence continues through his graduate students who have received many awards and distinctions for advancing science education at universities, state departments of education and school districts across the nation.
Professor Collette also served as the Director of the Syracuse University Art Collection for over 30 years. He was knowledgeable about paintings and prints. Under his direction, the collection expanded in quantity and quality. Professor Collette created a single inventory of all the art owned by Syracuse University, established a monetary value (appraisal) for the collection, and provided proper care and storage for the collection. In addition, the Collection held many important exhibitions that featured art work from many period and countries – American, European, and Asian. Professor Collette also oversaw the publication of more than 50 catalogs by the Art Collection.
Memorial Services will be held at a later date in the spring.
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