Tag: gerald cohen

Dive into summer reading: Discover the latest works from faculty and staff

Posted by on June 19, 2024

Check out a sampling of books written by Missouri S&T faculty and staff. From history of wars to history of breakfast cereal to women Egyptologists, not to mention an entire book on the origins of the term “dude,” there are several topics to choose from for your summer reading.

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The book abides: New book traces origin of the term ‘Dude’

Posted by on August 10, 2023

In the 1880s, a new insult was beginning to be used in New York City. The term “dude” was replacing the more commonly used “dandy” to refer to young men who were overly concerned with their appearance and emulating the styles of English gentlemen.

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Missouri S&T professor a clue on ‘Jeopardy!’

Posted by on January 7, 2016

This professor of foreign languages at Missouri University of Science and Technology was a clue this week on the popular TV game show Jeopardy!

Who is Dr. Gerald Cohen?

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Missouri S&T professor’s book uncovers the origin of ‘jazz’

Posted by on December 9, 2015

A new book written by a Missouri University of Science and Technology researcher explores how the term “jazz” became a common word in the English language. The book is a result of over 25 years of research on the subject.

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Missouri S&T etymologist recognized for lifetime achievement

Posted by on June 10, 2015

Dr. Gerald Cohen, professor of foreign languages at Missouri University of Science and Technology, was recently recognized with a lifetime achievement award from the Dictionary Society of North America for his work in etymology.

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UMR ‘hot dog’ author dishes up eatery slang and more in new book

Posted by on September 22, 2006

Dr. Gerald Cohen, professor of foreign languages at the University of Missouri-Rolla, has added eatery slang to his plate of expertise with the publication of his new book, “Studies in Slang VII.”

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