College mourns the passing of Sally Ross

We are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Sally Ann Hudson Ross (Ed.S. ’80, Ed.D. ’84), retired professor emerita of the Department of Language and Literacy Education (formerly Language Education) at the College of Education. Ross retired in 2004 after 17 years of dedicated service to the College.

Throughout her career at UGA, Ross focused on writing instruction, teacher collaboration, student-centered instruction, and partnerships between K-12 and University faculty in reforming teacher preparation. Prior to retiring, she received the Hill Award, the University’s highest award in public service in recognition of her outreach work in English education, and authored and secured state and federal grants.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 14 at 11 a.m. at Oconee Presbyterian Church (2601 Hog Mountain Road, Watkinsville, Georgia) with a reception to follow. The memorial service will be posted on YouTube as well. Sally will be buried alongside Rex, her late husband of 22 years, in South Lawn Cemetery, Coshocton, Ohio.

For more information, please read her full obituary. Join us in keeping her friends and family in our thoughts.