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Tony will be much missed, both for his calm steady presence and his sense of humour. Since joining LSE in 1983, he was instrumental in linking social policy with international development and in making the Department’s MSc in Social Policy … Continue reading →

Sergio was a student on the Executive MSc International Strategy and Diplomacy Programme, 2018/19. Originally from Peru, Sergio lived in London for over 17 years. He was Economist and Course Director for Pre-Master’s Business Programmes at Ulster University, London Campus. His … Continue reading →

Michael died on 11 March aged 89, 29 years almost to the day since his most lasting achievement for the School. Following a career at the Court Department and medical schools of the University of London, Michael was appointed in … Continue reading →

It is with great sadness that we learnt of the passing of Professor David Held, formerly Graham Wallas Professor of Political Science at LSE, and Founder and Joint Director of the Centre for Global Governance. To many in the Government … Continue reading →

Martin joined LSE Estates Division in 1993 and worked in the post room until 2011, when he took medical retirement due to Parkinson’s disease. Martin was very well regarded by everyone he came into contact with – he enjoyed long … Continue reading →

With great sadness, we announce the death of Alan Day on 2 December aged 94 after a long period of ill-health. The School owes a huge debt of gratitude for his pivotal role in heading off an existential threat when … Continue reading →

The LSE Community was saddened to learn of the death of Professor Ronald Dore, former LSE Sociologist and Associate at the Centre for Economic Performance. Professor Ronald P. Dore, CBE FBA died on 14 November 2018 in Italy, at the age of … Continue reading →

It is with enormous sadness that we report the sudden death of Marion O’Brien on 21 October, who worked for the School for 33 years until 2010. She supported academics and the Convenor of the Economics Department from 1976-84, then worked as … Continue reading →

Vic Harvey, who died on the 13 July aged 83, was a dedicated servant of the School over many years. No-one was more loyal. His period of service lasted from 1983 until his retirement in 2002. Vic performed a whole … Continue reading →