Paul Stokstad

Paul Allen Stokstad 1944-2024

Paul Stokstad passed away July 8, 2024.  A member of AAPT since 1965, Paul joined soon after founding PASCO Scientific in 1964 and while he was working on his Bachelor's Degree in Physics at Dartmouth College, Thayer School of Engineering where he also earned a BA and MA in Engineering.  

PASCO got its start as a science fair project. Since the introduction of their first product, the Millikan Oil Drop Apparatus, the company started in his college dorm room, expanded into the family’s garage, and ultimately grew into the headquarters in Roseville, California. Today PASCO is the global leader in developing technology-based solutions for hands-on science, serving educators and students in more than 100 countries around the world.

Under the leadership of Paul and his wife, Shelley, PASCO has been a strong supporter of AAPT for decades, advertising in the journals and meeting guides, exhibiting at meetings, and sponsoring workshops and events at the winter and summer meetings, including the annual Apparatus Competition. 

An active member of Roseville Church, he served as head elder, Sabbath School teacher, chair of the finance committee, Pathfinder leader, Gathering Inn coordinator, and chair of the Worthy Student Fund.

A memorial service is planned for later in 2024.
 

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