How do you express the proper gratitude to someone who has served UALR students for 55 years? Do you sing them a song? Tell them how awesome they are, or both? The campus community would like to celebrate faculty member, Dr. James (Jim) Fulmer, associate professor in the UALR Math Department.

Fulmer has worked at the university since Sept. 1, 1959, and he celebrates his birthday Sept 20. He will be 81.

Video Tribute by student Seraphim Lawhorn

Fulmer teaches math and statistics courses and he known for easing the fears of students taking his Calculus II course.

“We offer Calculus II every summer and it draws student from all over the state. In the last two years we have had to double that class to allow more students,” said Dr. Thomas McMillan, chair of the Math Department.

“I am convinced it is because Fulmer teaches the class,” he added.

Fulmer is known for his high energy, strong Trojan pride, and positive attitude that is contagious to both his colleagues and pupils.

“He loves teaching. He loves his students. He tells me when he comes to school he is energized by his students, and the student makes him feel young; that energizes me,” said McMillan.

“He leads the faculty procession during commencement ceremonies as the most senior faculty member, but that is not all. He diligently helps with the planning as well,” said McMillan.

More well wishes for Dr. Fulmer

“I wish to say happy birthday and happy anniversary to Jim. We have traveled to many conferences together with many adventures. He is a positive spirit and I wish all of the best to him.” ~ Denise LeGrand, UALR MAC Director

“I want to wish you a wonderful “21st” birthday! May you continue to be blessed. Thank you for being such a joy and a pleasure to work with! Stay young and eager!” ~ Sincerely, Lakeshia Legette Jones

“Jim, you are amazing to work with every graduation and your spirit helps make UALR such an energetic and compassionate place!” ~ David R. Montague, Department of Criminal Justice

“This is so awesome. He is such a delight!” ~ Terrie Lorenson

“Happy Birthday Dr. Fulmer and also happy 55th anniversary of teaching at UALR. We love seeing you and love everything that you do for the department.” ~ Sam Lawhorn, UALR Donaghey Scholar

“He lives for UALR and is tied to the people, especially the students. Jim has been a bright spot in my career. It has been a privilege to work with him and know him. It’s been rewarding for me.” ~ Dr. Thomas McMillan

“Jim, Happy Birthday and congratulations on so many years at UALR!  I think you and I may be the only people not retired who went on the UALR Faculty trip to Spain in the late 90s, and I always enjoy comparing travel notes with you.  Best wishes for many more happy years of teaching and travel.” ~  Floyd Martin

It’s not too late to send Dr. Fulmer your birthday and anniversary wishes. Send your wishes to dlshelton@ualr.edu.

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