Building a Welcoming Evaluation Community in Remembrance of George Julnes

Abstract

The passing of George Julnes, Editor of the American Journal of Evaluation (AJE), brought deep sorrow to the evaluation community. We lost a dedicated colleague and even better friend. George was a welcoming face of the American Evaluation Association (AEA) and an exemplary leader. He supported AEA membership and leadership, contributed to an internationally inclusive AEA, maintained a strong AJE editorial team, and adapted AJE to meet the new reporting standards of the American Psychological Association. Through his dedication and efforts, George helped shape AEA's professional future. His torches are being picked up by many others who have been inspired by his vision and dedication to building a warm, welcoming, professional evaluation community.