Thomas Awarded Emeritus Status
Thomas building kiln in Water Valley Mississippi circa 1981
Though this is a year and a half overdue, we feel it important to share that back in May of 2013, Thomas was awarded the honor of Professor Emeritus from Oregon College of Art and Craft. This news came as a great surprise, as the college has never bestowed this honor on a faculty member before! Needless to say, we were and still are thrilled. This is further proof of Thomas' gift as a teacher and mentor, and it helps provide encouragement for him to continue on this path as an artist and (somewhat) retired educator. Much gratitude to the faculty and administration of OCAC for acknowledging Thomas' efforts and skills.