Advisory

Statement from University of Michigan President Lee C. Bollinger about Regent Emeritus Alfred B. Connable, who died Nov. 16 in Kalamazoo:

“With the death of Regent Emeritus Connable, the
University of Michigan has lost a beloved alumnus and
Regent. Long after he retired as Regent in 1957, Regent
Connable continued to support Michigan in many ways. Even
into his 90s, Al was attending University ceremonial
events, including commencements, and brought to these
occasions a warmth, humor, and insightful perspective on
the University.

“During his 16 years on the Board of Regents, Regent
Connable always emphasized Michigan’s strong academic
traditions. Working with Presidents Alexander Ruthven and
Harlan Hatcher, Regent Connable saw Michigan’s enrollment
double and oversaw the development of North Campus.

“I am pleased that a conference room in the
University’s historic Detroit Observatory bears the name of
Regent Connable, a distinguished public servant and good
friend of the University of Michigan.”