One of my PhD thesis advisors at UW-Madison, Prof. Jeff Naughton, is retiring this week and joining Google in Madison. This sonnet pays tribute to his incredible career as one of the most respected academic researchers in computer science and his renown as a spectacular guide for his students (including me!). I wish him the very best in his new role.
In understanding a student,
None I've seen surpasses you.
Patient, placable, prudent,
And unbelievably witty too!
Your mark on UW is indelible,
You will be missed for sure.
A career so long and incredible,
Many a storm you did endure.
I wish you the best of luck,
As you move on to a new career.
Given your remarkable pluck,
I think you will own this veer.
It is indeed an honor to be advised by you,
With heavy hearts, we the students bid adieu.
