Tributes have been paid to an 'outstanding' and 'inspirational' University of Manchester lecturer following his tragic death. Dr Lloyd Cawthorne, passed away aged 32 earlier this month, on October 13, according to family friends.
Since his death, heartfelt tributes have been flooding in to remember the lecturer, who worked within the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Manchester. He had previously studied his Master of Physics in 2012 and a PhD in Nuclear Theory at the university back in 2016.
His students created a memorial at the University last Friday (October 14) where flowers have been laid along with numerous tributes handwritten on sticky notes.
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The University's Physics Society released a statement following his death, which read: "We are deeply saddened and tremendously shocked to learn of the passing of Dr Lloyd Cawthorne, our much loved lecturer.
"At some point in your undergrad, you will have been taught by Lloyd. His continuous dedication to the courses and students has always been noticed and appreciated.
"Lloyd always promoted and shed light on minorities in physics, and was committed to teaching us all about their great achievements. This is really devastating news to hear and we want to express our gratitude to Lloyd.
"He made a lasting impression on us all, and will be sorely missed by everyone.
"We hope everyone takes time to process this shocking news and can heal. We send our condolences to his close friends and family, who feel this loss immeasurably more."
Fellow university staff also shared their own tributes online, with Stefan Söldner-Rembold, professor of Particle Physics and the head of department, writing: "We are saddened to have lost Lloyd Cawthorne, an outstanding lecturer and inspirational teacher. His students created an impromptu memorial last Friday. Our thoughts are with his friends and family."
Other students took to Twitter to pay tribute publicly, with one writing: "Lloyd was an incredible lecturer and person. He taught me my first course on coding and my first course on nuclear and particle physics, without which I would not be where I am. He was brilliant. I send my deepest sympathy to his family and friends."
As another shared: "Heart-breaking news. Lloyd was a wonderful teacher. He showed so much enthusiasm in his care and support for the student and staff community. He was truly loved by all. I am honored to have been his student and will always cherish my memories at Manchester. RIP Lloyd."
The University of Manchester has been approached for further comment.
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