Dean Pezzuto's Farewell Reception - May 19, 2006

Dean John Pezzuto was treated to a farewell reception and roast on Friday evening, May 19, 2006 in the North Ballroom of the Purdue Memorial Union. Approximately 100 faculty, staff, alumni and friends attended to wish him and his wife Mimi "aloha" as they prepare to transition to John's new position as Founding Dean of the School of Pharmacy at the University of Hawaii in Hilo.

Dean Pezzuto thanks Mr. and Mrs. Stan and Charlotte Beck for joining the party.		Dr. Nancy Davis presents Dr. and Mrs. Pezzuto with a beach party package as part of their going away presents.
Nancy Davis and Mimi Pezzuto share an aloha hug.		Dr. Craig Davis showcases the John M. Pezzuto "This is Your Spam" cookbook.
Chuck Flemming and Stan and Charlotte Beck watch at the dean opens his parting gifts.		Gerald Thomas presented Dr. and Mrs. Pezzuto with a limited edition signed basketball.
Dean Pezzuto is sure to need a Purdue leather jacket in Hilo, HI!		No farewell from Purdue would be complete without a sweatshirt from Harry's!
John and Mimi listen intently as Chris Smith presents the dean with a Churchill Pen and Cigar set.		Dr. Pezzuto and Dr. George Sandison share a parting shot.
Interim Dean Dr. Holly Mason gives his best wishes to John.		Dr. Stan Shaw takes the opportunity to roast Dean Pezzuto in return for the similar favor John bestowed upon Stan in the fall of 2005 on the occasion of his retirement.