It will be a sad day when he's not around to inspire people to learn. Matthew Esposito, assistant professor of history, has built a professional as well as a personal relationship with Marty and said he will miss the interaction they share. I've become a stronger professional historian because I've seen him practice his craft and have learned from it. The biggest reward, Marty said, is helping students gain an appreciation of history. Knowledge without understanding doesn't mean anything.
Understanding is the result of analysis, synthesis, integration and assimilation.
You don't know what you can do until you do it. He's someone who pushes you. You can give up and blame him or you can accept his challenge and succeed. Deborah Symonds, associate professor of history and chairwoman of the department, said she was surprised to hear of Marty's plans. She describes him as full of life and someone who reminds us to stop and think about things every once in a while.