OWEN G. OWENS

1914 - 1985

Owen G. Owens received a B.A. degree upon his graduation from the University of California in 1936. He continued his education there, receiving a M.A. degree in mathematics in 1937 followed by a Ph.D. degree in the same subject in 1941.

Having already taught extensively at various universities since his graduation from the University of California, Owens was appointed to an associate professorship at Wayne State University in 1957, his specialty being partial differential equations. In 1959, Owens was awarded a full-professorship and continued at Wayne State University until his retirement and Emeritus appointment in 1999.

Professor Owens had professional associations with the American Mathematical Society, and was a member of the Society of Sigma Xi, the American Men of Science, and the New York Academy of Sciences.

Upon his death, Dr. Owens' brother, John Owens, left to the Department of Mathematics a contribution in memory of his late brother. The Owen Fund was established, and is used to sponsor events in support of the department's research program. The first annual Owen Owens Memorial Lecture was held in March 1992.