The College of Business is pleased to recognize Professor Emeritus Jack Routson with the its Recognition of Service Award.  This award honors special friends who have shown exceptional commitment to the College of Business and who have been instrumental in its success.

Jack graduated with his B.A. in marketing from the University of Colorado in 1947 and his M.S. in  marketing in 1948.  Upon graduation, Jack started his career teaching at the University of Wyoming.  Other than taking time to get his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois in 1964, the UW College of Business is where Jack would teach and serve for the next 38 years.

Jack was instrumental in shaping the UW College of Business and went above and beyond as a professor, advisor, and department chair of what was then the Department of Business Administration.  Jack's passion in his career was teaching and he attributes his success to the outstanding faculty and staff in the college.

Jack loved to be around students.  It is estimated that he taught over 55,000 students during his tenure at UW.  Jack and his wife, Eileen, enjoyed many nights visiting with students over dinner and even gave up their garage each fall for Jack's students who loved to hunt, housing up to 15 elk at one time.  Jack is particularly good at remembering students' names and has kept in touch with many of them over the years.  UW graduates all over the nation remember Jack and their experiences with him in Laramie.

Jack has been married to his wife, Eileen, since 1943.  They are the parents of three sons, Robert, Jim, and Don and have seven grandchildren.  Jack is proud that he and Eileen are able to help each of their grandchildren receive a college education.

Since retiring, Jack enjoys spending time with his wife gardening and also loves to make berry wines, jams, and jellies.  He visits with the dean of the College of Business on a regular basis, to provide advice and to share his insights and stories.

The UW College of Business is truly honored to recognize Dr. Routson for his service to the college and to the profession.