The Chancellor’s Office has received word that Paul William Lauritzen passed away on Sept. 26. Paul came to UW-Whitewater in September 1964 and started the Special Education Department, where he served as department chair until he retired in July 1994. He was also instrumental in starting the Disabled Services Department. He was a member of many national and state professional organizations as well as local boards and committees.
A memorial service for Paul Lauritzen will be held at the UW-Whitewater University Center Old Main Ballroom on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Nature Conservancy or to Fairhaven Senior Services.
The Nitardy Funeral Home in Whitewater is assisting the family.
The campus flag will be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, Oct. 25, in his honor.