Through his teaching, ideas, and the institutions he created at MIT, King profoundly influenced DUSP and its community members, who showcase the love and admiration for his presence at MIT in the remembrances below. These memories encapsulate King's insightfulness, courage, spirit, and brilliance, and attest to his legacy through the individuals he mentored and inspired. "Mel changed much more than our department and MIT. It's plainly clear that the city of Boston, the state of Massachusetts, and beyond, would not be the same without having had the privilege of Mel King as one of its citizens," said Chris Zegras, professor and department head, at an event addressing the Mel King Community Fellows Program. "Massachusetts is often recognized for its leaders ' political, literary, educational, technological ' among this historical group, Mel King stands at the pinnacle." 'As I recall, Mel came to DUSP about 1971 when I was a graduate student. He would be a part of our community for...
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