Widener

Dr. David Arnold

Associate Professor of Chemistry

David B. Arnold, 67, of Media, an associate professor of organic chemistry at Widener University, died June 9.

Dr. Arnold recently celebrated 40 years at Widener surrounded by students, friends, colleagues, and t-shirts. Arnold’s collection of more than 400 chemistry-themed t-shirts became a trademark of his lectures and laboratories. During his tenure, he taught courses in organic chemistry, biochemistry, fundamentals of chemistry, and industrial chemistry.

In the Spring 2008 semester, Arnold’s friends and colleagues honored his service to Widener and his commitment to students by establishing the annual Dave Arnold Award in Organic Chemistry. Arnold helped present the inaugural award to top organic chemistry student Luke Wiencek (’10).

Throughout his career, Arnold worked to instill his passion for science in others. He ran, judged, and sponsored science fairs. He was involved with the Delaware County and the Delaware Valley Science Fairs and judged in the International Science and Engineering Fair.

Arnold earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania and his doctorate from Bryn Mawr College.

Arnold is survived by his wife, Ruth Arnold; son Christopher Arnold; daughters Phoebe Baldus and Jennifer Arnold; and stepchildren Rachel Myers and Ricky Myers.