'Cat Tales - Bob Boone (GSESP75)

Bob Boone earned his PhD in English education from the School of Education and Social Policy in 1975. He taught in Chicago, New York, and Germany before coming to Northwestern. In 1991, Bob founded Young Chicago Authors (YCA), which has helped thousands of underprivileged youths access their untapped skills in creative writing and personal expression. For his work with Young Chicago Authors, as well as for his overall dedication to teaching, he received the title of Chicagoan of the Year in 2002 from Chicago magazine.

In recognition of his distinguished career, Boone received the Service to Society Award from the NAA at the 2008 Alumni Awards in Chicago.

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Posted: June 12, 2009