Sent on Behalf of President Collins and Our Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science in the School of Arts & Sciences
It is with great sadness that we inform you that our colleague, Prof. Artem Melman, a member of the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science in the School of Arts & Sciences, passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021.
Prof Melman was an exemplary synthetic chemist whose advice and consultation were sought after and respected across the world. He was a wonderful colleague, a devoted and passionate collaborator, and a great teacher for our students, bringing his enthusiasm and humor with him wherever he could. This is a huge loss for the department; he will be deeply missed.
Our deepest condolences go to Prof Melman’s family, including Prof. Galina Melman, who is also a member of the Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science, and their four children.
We extend our support to the faculty and staff colleagues, students and alumni who knew this beloved faculty member and are impacted by this loss. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.garnerfh.com for the Melman family.
Grief counseling services are available to all members of the Clarkson Community as well.
Students may request support from the Student Health and Counseling Center either by calling 315-268-6633 or campus ext. 6633. It is located on the first floor of the ERC, Suite 1300. The center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am – 4:30pm. Any students experiencing a mental health emergency after hours may request contact with the on call counselor by contacting Campus Safety and Security 315-268-6666.
Staff or faculty who want grief support may contact the Employee Assistance Program through Cigna at 877-622-4327.