emeritus status

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After stepping down as dean in 1982 and taking emeritus status in 1990, he moved to New York University to teach architecture and urbanism.

From New York Times • Feb. 13, 2023

He moved to the University of Maryland’s School of Public Policy in 1994, taking emeritus status in 2010.

From New York Times • Nov. 8, 2022

He was able to retire in 1998 with emeritus status.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 14, 2022

Mr. Starrs, a native of the New York borough of Brooklyn, retired and took emeritus status in 2010.

From Washington Post • Aug. 19, 2021

For example, two members have threatened legal action if a provision to create an emeritus status for nonworking and lifetime members is included in the final vote.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 26, 2021