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Dr. Noral D. Stewart became the fourth recipient of the Laymon N. Miller Medal for Excellence in Acoustical Consulting at Internoise 2018 in Chicago on August 29, 2018.  

This medal awarded in alternating years by the Institute of Noise Control Engineering and the National Council of Acoustical Consultants recognizes an “individual who has practiced acoustical consulting in an exemplary manner over a sustained period of time, to improve acoustical environments in and around buildings, transportation systems, work places, recreational and other occupied spaces, such that the quality of life for citizens and communities is significantly enhanced.”  

The award for Dr. Stewart was specifically for “sustained sharing of his acoustical expertise with colleagues and clients to create better acoustical environments and standards to evaluate them.  The award is named for legendary acoustical consultant Laymon Miller, known for his teaching of noise control basics to many, clear communication, and sharing of his experience with colleagues.