In 1975 a young biker arrived on his motorcycle at AAU. Not the most common site at the time. 6 years later (April 1 1981) he became a Research Assistant at the University. And, as you all know he ended up as Head of Department. As he pointed out himself: he survived 4 Deans … and he still rides a bike.
Nearly 90 colleagues (present as well as formers) and collaborators from here and there attended the virtual reception on April 7.
Kjeld is a well-liked, dedicated and skilled scientist and manager – no doubt about that.
Some of the words, labels and expressions from the many speeches and congratulations:
- Stabil, competent, dedicated, skill full
- Working around the clock
- Comprehensive academic achievements
- An outstanding collaborator
- Inquisitive by nature
- Loves to spare with others – developing new ideas (over lunch)
- Capable of making difficult decisions and always focussing on constructive solutions
- Brobygger
- “Han er en af hvor egne”
- “Livet leves forlæns, men forstås baglæns”
- No-noncens style
- His door is always open
- Ambitious og robust
- Ahead of our time
- Find the time to get back in the lab!
- Unique ability to consume alcohol
- Cares for the wellbeing of students and staff
- Established a well functioning Department
The virtual reception
