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> Spring 2004
> In Memoriam
By Yvonne Chung
Born in Comanche, Texas, Cunningham earned A.B. and A.M. degrees from the University of Texas and both a master’s and doctorate from Harvard University. During his 42 years at Yale, Cunningham taught classes in differential equations while working in the fields of acoustics, systems theory, nonlinear analysis, and computation. He also served as Director of Undergraduate Studies, Director of Graduate Studies, and chair of Department of Electrical Engineering.
Cunningham’s interests and talents extended beyond the realm of science. In 1992, he wrote a fifty-year account of the history of engineering at Yale. Prior to his death, Cunningham was preparing a series of recorded tapes to serve as self-guided tours of the Grove Street Cemetery, outlining the achievements of Yale scientists and engineers buried there.
A generous spirit, Cunningham was extensively involved with the Yale, Connecticut, as well as with the scientific communities at large. He served as a fellow in Trumbull College, on the Connecticut Commission on Higher Education, and on the editorial board of American Scientist.
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From the editor
In Memoriam