Though I never had a class with Professor Povitz, I had the pleasure of learning from her…a true testament to her engagement in the Middlebury community. In my time at Middlebury, I grew to know her as an avid supporter of student voices and an advocate for equity. Professors such as professor Povitz, so giving of their time and energy to students who are not in their class, are few and far between. She is the embodiment of the liberal arts curriculum that the College champions — I fondly recall running into her at late night lectures hosted by departments far from her own. Professor Povitz is a professor who makes Middlebury the great college it is. Without her knowledge, enthusiasm, and mentorship, the college will suffer a tremendous loss.