Recipient: 1997 LMD Aluminum Distinguished Service Award

Elwin L. Rooy

Citation: "For many years of outstanding service to the Aluminum Committee in leadership, professional, and committee roles."

Biography: Elwin L. Rooy is a consultant with Rooy and Associates. He earned his B.S. in metallurgical engineering at Case Institute of Technology in 1956. After serving in the U.S. Air Force for four years, he joined the Aluminum Company of America, where he served in a number of positions during his 30 year career. He left Alcoa in 1990 to form Elwin L. Rooy and Associates. He is the author or coauthor of 17 publications and has received numerous honors, including the M.C. Flemings Award.