A musical number dedicated to Lindsay, especially all of the new students that she has welcomed to the department and all of the old grads that she has listened to at Friday breakfast.

– From the CSE Grads

Lindsay, we are sad to see you go. I already miss having your office next to mine. I’ve appreciated your support over my time in CSE; starting when I interviewed for the undergraduate advising job all the way through to our final meetings as you pass along your knowledge. The last few years have brought lots of changes for me. You’ve been a great mentor and friend, helping to make work not feel so much like “work”. CSE is a special place, and it won’t be the same without you. Although I know that you’ll still be lurking… at least for a little while.

Isla says, HAVE FUN! You deserve it!

It is also said that in the end we forget what someone has done to/for us, but always remember how they have made us feel.
To enumerate all that you have done would be an arduous task even for a person with strong memory. To recall how you have made each of us feel is simple and sweet — always as someone special, someone who deserves your full attention, and who is treated with understanding and compassion.

My deepest gratitude to you!
May you be blessed on your journey ahead!

Valentin

You always had thoughtful advice, you were incredibly knowledgeable about any grad school topic, and most importantly, you clearly cared about us as individuals (as well as the CSE culture).  Thank you so much for making CSE a great home for so many of us, and enjoy whatever you choose next!

Much love, Charlie

Thank you, Lindsay, for your humor, your warmth, all your help and everything you’ve done for me and all the other grad students you’ve nurtured in your career.  Best of luck and happiness to you as your embark on your retirement!

Love,

Ben

You will be missed! Having you as an advisor and more importantly as a friend has been a blessing. The first couple years of a Ph.D. can sometimes be a bumpy ride, and you’ve been incredibly supportive and encouraging in the most difficult times. I’ve sought advice from you many times, from administrative issues regarding scholarships all the way to personal hardships, and you’ve always been attentive, compassionate, and willing to help. I admire your dedication and hard work in making this entire department function so seamlessly as a cohesive community. Lindsay, thank you, thank you for always being there for us. You are a role model and an inspiration to many of us and above all an amazing human being.

I wish you the best in this exciting new chapter in you life.

Thierry

You don’t know how important you are in my life. No, you won’t know, because it simply can’t be expressed by words. You’re the one helped me in AND out of this great department, You’re the one gave me a hug, when I was crying like a little boy experiencing the very hard time personally. You’re the one answering countless questions from a “trouble maker”. You’re the one always leave the door open physically and mentally to me and to my fellow CSE grads. You’re the one I will always appreciate and never forget in my life.

Although the time comes so sudden that we will say goodbye in a few days, that means you could take some break after many many years of hard work. I sincerely wish you all the best and enjoy your retired life. You will be missed! Take care!

I have never imagined the department or my years in the program without you but it is happening sadly… I still remember the day I checked-in the department, taking photo for the newgrad orientation in front of the map hung across your office. You were the go-to person whenever I had a question (I had a lot) or I needed someone to listen throughout my study. You were always on my side and gave wise advice whenever I felt lost. I am grateful that I am one of those with you and sincerely thank for your support for students and the department. I’ll miss the days we chat and will remember how you did and do the same if I mentor someone.

First of all, congratulations on your retirement!

I came to UW from Austin first as a transfer student. I thought the graduate advisor at Austin was good (supportive staff in general was an alien concept for me coming from India) but I was thrilled to know that there could be even better graduate advisors. And then when I went on to my current job and saw how bad (some) graduate advisors can be, which made me appreciate your help and work even more than I thought was possible!

Lindsay, for me you are the yardstick on how to interact with students and I have tried my best to emulate you when I interact with students now, though of course failing to meet your standards. I still marvel at how you would patiently listen to us, not lose your cool* and be so incredibly supportive.

I feel incredibly lucky that you were around when I was there and I feel bad for incoming students who won’t have the benefit of your guidance.

Enjoy your retirement and please keep in touch!

–atri

* I do remember one incident when you did lose a bit of your cool. During my first pit party, I was not sure if significant others were invited so I checked with one of the students organizers who in jest said no. I took the answer at face value, so I asked Carole to drop me off at the party and she then left. I still remember how mad you were when you came to know about the prank. Carole did stop by later during the evening so no harm done.