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Robert Laben

1920 – 2005

American academic

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Lived 1920 – 2005 (aged 84). Robert Laben was an American.

Robert Laben (November 16, 1920 – August 7, 2005) was an American academic.

Laben was raised in Genesee County, New York, on a dairy farm. In 1948, he attended Cornell University. In 1950, he was hired at the University of California, Davis. He is a Professor of Emeritus of Animal Sciences. For 36 years he was a highly regarded teacher and active faculty member. In addition he was a respected undergraduate advisor known for his open door policy and genuine concern for students. For 17 years he served as the Master Advisor of Animal Science. Laben retired in 1986 yet continued to remain active in the University. He served as a member of Animal Science Departs Memorial Fund Committee which supports undergraduate student activities. His Department also named an undergraduate scholarship after him and wife Dorothy. He also throughout his lifetime was a generous contributor to funds supporting service. He and his wife died on August 7, 2005, after their car got stuck on a remote desert road.

In his honor, a UC Davis residence hall was named after Laben during the 2006-2007 school year. Laben Hall stands in the South Tercero Residence Area.

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Cornell University, Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, University of Missouri
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University of California, Davis

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert Laben?

American academic (1920-2005)

When was Robert Laben born?

Robert Laben was born on 16 November 1920.

When did Robert Laben die?

Robert Laben died on 7 August 2005.

What nationality was Robert Laben?

Robert Laben was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Laben

· Wikidata: Q7346672

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