We are remembering Associate Professor TJ Taylor, our friend, colleague, and mentor, who sadly passed away in February 2023. TJ graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and worked here at the University of Missouri-St. Louis from 2005- 2022. His research interests centered primarily on youth violence, prevention, and evaluation. TJ cared deeply about undergraduate and graduate education and mentorship, and along with his wry sense of humor, was known as the "shepherd of lost souls" to many students in the department. The graduate students recently voted to name the library in Lucas Hall after him. He loved music, especially 90s rock, and would often be seen in his classic Nebraska baseball cap. TJ is survived by his sister Danielle (“Dani”), Dani’s husband Kyle and their daughters (Mallory, Camryn, Hadley, Ellie), his sister Chrissy, as well as his many colleagues and friends.
