Milind Dawande

We are deeply saddened to announce that Milind Dawande, Mike Redeker Distinguished Professor, Operations Management, passed away on Friday, May 3. He joined the Naveen Jindal School of Management in 2000 and served as coordinator of the Operations Management Area for some 20 years.

Milind was a prolific researcher, a passionate and impactful teacher, and an outstanding mentor to doctoral students and junior colleagues. The students he advised have gone on to hold faculty positions in universiites throughout the U.S. and overseas. He has also served his field as a dedicated reviewer and editor for major journals.

He was greatly admired, not only for his scholarship and teaching, but also for his generosity and kindness to students, staff, and colleagues. Throughout his tenure, Milind touched the lives of countless students and colleagues with his wisdom and unwavering dedication to education. His impact extended far beyond the classroom.

Milind’s contributions to the school and the profession will be long remembered. He will be deeply missed.

Charles Haseman

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of our friend and colleague, Charles (Chuck) Haseman, on Friday, July 12. Chuck joined UT Dallas in 2021 as a Professor of Practice and was instrumental in launching the Center for Retail Innovation & Strategy Excellence (RISE), serving as its Director.

Chuck was passionate about promoting the “STEM side of Retail” through what he called “The Three P’s” – Preparing the Future, Partnering with Thought Leaders and Practice through Research.

He inspired students to explore and consider careers within the retail industry, established the first collegiate chapter of the National Retail Federation at UT Dallas and grew its membership to nearly 150 students representing a variety of majors across campus.

In January 2023, Chuck was named as one of the Top Retail Experts of 2024 by RETHINK Retail, a platform focused on providing insights, news and analysis about the retail industry. Chuck received this recognition again in 2024, stating, “I am honored and pleased to be selected for the RETHINK Top Retail Experts list, because that’s exactly what we strive to do at RISE— rethink the retail sector and transform it for the digital realm.” Chuck had remarkable passion and intensity, balanced by a sense of humor that endeared him to colleagues and students alike. His enthusiasm for the RISE Center’s mission attracted the engagement and support of many Retail Industry leaders.

His many contributions will be remembered and valued by the Jindal School. We offer deepest condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.