
On March 31, 2020, our great friend Jay Moskowitz passed away from cancer. Jay was a teaching lecturer at Plymouth State University for over twenty years, and a beloved mentor, supporter, friend, and more to all who knew him. He will be greatly missed. A well-traveled folk musician and artist, Jay said “My real art is teaching. It is where I really put most of my creative energies.” Jay taught every grade level from kindergarten through graduate school. He was the 2008 recipient of the Distinguished Adjunct Teaching Award from Plymouth State University. Jay, oftentimes with his loyal dog, Ozzy, was a favorite model of art students, who sketched him many times over the years. The MWM has launched the Remembering Jay page to collect and share art, images, and stories of our beloved friend.
Please share your stories, images, and art of Jay with us:
Remembering Jay: Stories, Images, & Art
Jay was truly the heart of our community in Plymouth. He was a great part of what made Plymouth feel like home. I never once saw Jay in a rush. He was always just enjoying life with a smile, and Ozzy by his side, as it passed by. The simplicity and happiness with which he treated life was so inspiring to me. He was the professor I loved telling all my friends about back home and I never even had him as a professor, he was just a good friend I loved running into. I will miss you so much Jay and will always think of you when I am walking down Main Street.
-Sarah Bengtson
Jay always genuinely wanted to know how you were doing. He was amazing at conversation and making everyone laugh. Jay was always there when I needed someone to listen. I loved our chit chats in the classroom and throughout the halls. My heart breaks but I will always remember to carry Jays spirit and lessons on with me throughout life.
-Dani Bernazani