Robert Arthur Christopher

Background

Christopher, Robert Arthur was born on January 31, 1929 in Port Depoist, Maryland, United States. Son of Arthur Bailey and Cornelia (Slater) Christopher.

Education

Bachelor in Mathematics, University Colorado-Boulder, 1951. Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, University Colorado-Boulder, 1957. Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, University Colorado-Boulder, 1958.

Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering, University Colorado-Boulder, 1971.

Career

Instructor mechanical engineering University Colorado, Boulder, 1954-1960, assistant professor, 1960-1971, associate professor, 1972-1978, professor, since 1978, chairman department mechanical engineering, since 1980. Consultant Automotive Specialists, Denver, since 1976.

Achievements

• Robert Arthur Christopher has been listed as a noteworthy engineering educator, administrator, consultant by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Served to lieutenant United States Naval Reserve, 1951-1954. Member American Society of Mechanical Engineers, American Academy Mechanics, National Society Professional Engineers, American Academy Forensic Sciences, Sigma Xi, Tau Beta Pi, Pi Tau Sigma.

Connections

Married Mary Louise Brown, March 28, 1953. Chidlren: Thomas, John, Julie.

Father:

Arthur Bailey Christopher

Mother:

Cornelia (Slater) Christopher

Spouse:

Mary Louise Brown