J-WEL mourns the passing of Professor Emeritus Woodie Flowers

Published on August 11, 2023

Along with the rest of the MIT community, the J-WEL team mourns the death of Professor Emeritus Woodie Flowers, whose work exemplified the passion and deep reflection on the purpose and meaning of education that we try to infuse in all of our efforts. Professor Flowers shared some of his thoughts on his approach to education at our inaugural J-WEL Week and, as we celebrate his life and legacy, we share that presentation here.
 

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