Sharon Young, Ph.D.

You are an inspiration to us all!!!!!

05-17-08

Dr. Young,

You certainly are one of the most memorable teachers I’ve ever had. The way you integrated your faith, science, and teaching is something I will never forget. Your devotion to teaching your students is unparalleled and is an inspiration. I know you will disagree with this statement, yet another testimony to your character and dedication, but you set the bar far higher than us mere mortals could ever reach. I really hope you enjoy your retirement. I know teaching is ingrained into who you are, but do try to take it easy every now and then. Enjoy not having to make lesson plans, grading tests or homework.

Benjamin J. Daniel, Ph.D.
(Class of 1999)

Thank you!

5/6/08

Dr. Young
I just had to say "thank you" to you as well as so many others have done. It was a priviledge to have you as a professor, "boss", and friend while I attended BNC. You kept me on my toes & made me think when I really didn't want to! Thank you for your example as a Godly woman.

Lynne (Nash) Waldo
Biology Dept Secretary
1982-84

Biology Rules - Congratulations!!

May 5, 2008

Dr Young,

I want to thank you for your gift of teaching that you have demonstrated these many years. The countless hours I spent in the Science Building back in the early 70s(clearly another lifetime ago) counting fruit flies, stuffing birds (using my mad taxidermy skills), mounting my bugs (Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species), and counting gametes. Wow does that bring back memories! Thank you for all that gerat stuff.

In addition to your gift teachings, I want to thank you for your gift of listening. You, along with Drs Judd and Leo Finkenbinder left an indelible memory in my mind. I attended 2 other unversities after BNC, none of those have been as memorable as my four years at BNC. May God richly bless this new phase of your life. Thank you for your dedication to SNU.

Ralph Eguren
Class of 1976
BS Biology/Chemistry

You Gave Us Great Memories!

5-5-2008

I would like to wish you an extremely happy and well deserved retirement to a Godly, wise woman of God. I remember your warm gentle smiles, when we would do crazy things in your labs. I remember counting the wild and dumpy flies, smelling the ether, leaning about genetics, but more importantly learning about life. You were a quiet, but real role model, and for this I thank you. You have touched many lives and have made a very large difference to all of them.

Luis A Eguren
(Class 1997)

A True Role Model!

May 4, 2008

Dr. Young (Sharon): The true mark of a person is their influence on others. You are certainly the best example I know of an individual who has had a positive influence on all of those you have met in your distinguished career as a science educator. The world is a better place because we have learned from you that all of God's creatures (yes, even Thysanopterins) have a role to play in this intricate ecosystem. May God continue to bless you and your family.

Michael Slimak, Ph.D.
(from the notable class of 1969)

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!

MAY 3 2008

DR. YOUNG CONGRATS ON YOUR RETIREMENT. I KNOW THE DEPARTMENT AND SNU WILL MISS YOU GREATLY. I REMEMBER SITTING IN YOUR CLASSES, BEING AMAZED AT YOUR VAST KNOWLEDGE, AND LEARNING A LOT. PLEASE DON'T FORGET THE FUN ALSO....YOU CAUGHT ME OFF GUARD SEVERAL TIMES.....ONE WITH THE BUG IN MY COFFEE CUP AT YOUR HOUSE AND THE BIRTHDAY SUPRISE FROM MARK REIGHARD IN GENETICS CLASS....YOU REALLY GOT ME GOOD!!! I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO POUR OUT HIS BLESSING UPON YOU IN RETIREMENT.

LOVE YA
CHRIS (BRUNO) CABLE

Thank you!

5-2-2008

Thank you for the encouragement, dedication, and faithfulness that you have shown us over so many years of educating those of us in healthcare and the sciences. I always found a true mentor and friend in our advisement sessions as I tried to figure out how quickly I could go on to graduate school! Even though I didn't go to medical school (like you gently suggested several times), my career as a physical therapist has been so very rewarding as I use the tools that began in your classes. Most important being the compassion for God's human creation and the understanding of His master plan for all of us. I know God will bless you in this time of transition in your life! Congratulations on your lifetime of investment in others! Maybe now you can rest!

Roger Brandon DDS

5-2-2008

Dr. Young, Heather and I met during your 7:30 Zoology class, and we'll have been married for 10 years this June. We met and bonded through all of the wonderful experiences from this and other classes we took while under your wing. Thank you for showing, through your life, that one can be a scientist as well as an incredible Christian, and there is no conflict between the two. I want to say thank you for sharing your knowledge, caring about creation, loving mankind, and being such a greatly positive role model for each and every student who went through those biology doors. SNU will be losing a GREAT professor...Thank you for everything you gave to your students

Congratulations on a well deserved retirement!

May 2, 2008

Dr. Young,
Congratulations and best wishes for a full and relaxing retirement. You have left a tremendous legacy that will carry on for generations. I wish I could have joined you today in person to celebrate a life and career that were so well lived. May God richly bless you in the years ahead. Thank you for your gift of knowledge and teaching.

Jenny (Hendrix) Burdine

Above and beyond... from Katie (Farmer) Smith

5-2-2008

Dr. Young was always willing to go above and beyond for her students. Not only did she do this, but she inspired her students to do so as well. We are better people to have known you.