My old school

A recent visit to my old school transported me back to 1961 when in the second week of February I arrived in London to join the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine as a diploma student. My first meeting was with Professor Bertram of the division of medical entomology. He was instrumental in getting me an Andrew-Balfour memorial scholarship that paid for my tuition and made it possible for me to come to England.

Never before had I met a scientist of Professor Bertram's stature. He was kind and avuncular and inquired about my voyage, my boarding arrangements, and if I liked British food. After the interview he rose from his chair, escorted me across the room to the door, opened it, and wished me luck. …