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IL HR1292
Resolution
Status
11/15/2018
Primary Sponsor
Sara Feigenholtz
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AI Summary
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Dr. Bernard J. Brommel, professor emeritus and philanthropist at Northeastern Illinois University, passed away on September 22, 2018 at age 88.
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Dr. Brommel taught at Northeastern Illinois University for 28 years and earned degrees including a bachelor's from Iowa Northern University (1950), master's from University of Iowa (1955), and Ph.D. from Indiana University (1963).
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He established multiple scholarships and awards at Northeastern Illinois University, including the Brommel Doctoral Scholarship, Distinguished Research Professor Award, Brommel Awards for Student Research, 25 named scholarships, the Brommel-Hahs Lectureship, and the Bernard J. Brommel Endowment in Communication, Media and Theatre.
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Dr. Brommel is survived by his partner of over 20 years Carl Ratner and six children: Michaela, Brian, Debra, Brent, Brad, and Blair.
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The Illinois House of Representatives offers condolences to Dr. Brommel's family and honors his legacy as a teacher, mentor, scholar, and philanthropist.
Legislative Description
MEMORIAL-DR. BERNARD BROMMEL
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
11/15/2018