David Notkin, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ professor of computer science and engineering, died April 22 at the age of 58. He will be remembered as a gifted mentor and world leader in software engineering.

Earlier this year, the was established at the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ in his honor. His family that memorials be sent to several organizations, including this fund that supports graduate students and their studies.

Notkin came to the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ in 1984 after receiving his doctorate from Carnegie Mellon University. He served as chair of the computer science and engineering department from 2001 to 2006, helping to open the . He most recently served as the College of Engineering’s associate dean of research and graduate studies.

Notkin’s research was in software engineering, with a particular focus in software evolution. He received a number of awards for his work, including a National Science Foundation Presidential Young Investigator Award and the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Distinguished Graduate Mentor Award.

In February, hundreds of Notkin’s friends honored him at , a tribute to his personal and professional contributions. The graduate student fellowship was announced at the event.

A memorial service will be held at Bikur Cholim Cemetery in Seattle at 3 p.m., April 23. All are welcome to attend. More information is on Notkin’s webpage.

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