I think I was part of the first cohort of phds under Fons's supervision. That is about 20 years ago. My first encounter with Fons was as a bachelor student. I spoke to him for the first time when I had questions about his grading of one of my assignments. He was quite surprised and asked me why I wanted to know, was I planning to become a phd student, he asked (ironically). Back then it was obvious that Fons was a rising star and it was a priviledge to watch him and Ype operate, discuss, publish and present. I enjoyed the dynamics, expertise and the drive. Ype and Fons were both inspiring role-models. I will cherish the memory of Fons, always.
Eventhough Fons objected to my mentioning and aknowledging my christianity in my thesis, with one sentence, I trust and hope that we will meet again, for my sake.
I think I was part of the first cohort of phds under Fons's supervision. That is about 20 years ago. My first encounter with Fons was as a bachelor student. I spoke to him for the first time when I had questions about his grading of one of my assignments. He was quite surprised and asked me why I wanted to know, was I planning to become a phd student, he asked (ironically). Back then it was obvious that Fons was a rising star and it was a priviledge to watch him and Ype operate, discuss, publish and present. I enjoyed the dynamics, expertise and the drive. Ype and Fons were both inspiring role-models. I will cherish the memory of Fons, always.
Eventhough Fons objected to my mentioning and aknowledging my christianity in my thesis, with one sentence, I trust and hope that we will meet again, for my sake.