Apter, David E. (1924-2010)

"Apter was one of the pioneers of African studies and played a central role in articulating a vision for the study of Africa at Yale, Northwestern University, The University of Chicago, the University of California, Berkeley, and beyond. He was widely known for his interdisciplinary work in comparative politics and sociology. An accomplished scholar,institutional leader, a prolific writer and researcher, he trained many generations of scholars and policy-makers..." (Kamari Clarke at H-list for african history and culture, 7 may 2010).