The death of a legendary children’s author last week evoked fond memories from NIU students and faculty.

Born March 2, 1904, in Springfield, Mass., Theodor Seuss Geisel, otherwise known as Dr. Seuss, died Sept. 24 at his home in La Jolla, Calif.

As a tribute to Seuss, the PowWow will be serving green eggs and ham Monday through Friday, said Jeffrey Carson, PowWow student manager.

After writing his first children’s book, “And to Think That I Saw it on Mulberry Street,” in 1937, Seuss continued to write until his death at 87. His last book “Oh, the Places You’ll Go,” was published last year.

“Green Eggs and Ham,” “The Cat in the Hat” and “There’s a Wocket in my Pocket” are only some of the 48 popular books he has written.

“They (his books) are a hoot! They are fanciful, which appeals to a child’s imagination,” said Dan Chaney, NIU library technical assistant.

Brian Zambrano, junior, said Dr. Seuss was a storytelling genius and a storybook legend.

“His books will be standards, possibly classics, and Dr. Seuss titles will be around forever,” said Wally Grant, NIU systems librarian.

“Dr. Seuss was a legend in his own time and now his books will be a legend for all little kids,” said Stephanie Hampton, sophomore.

“His books will stand the test of time and will never fall out of date,” Chaney said.

Seuss’ books have sold over 200 million copies and have been translated into 20 different languages.

“I am really sad. I remember Dr. Seuss books from my childhood,” said John Eaton, graduate student.

“His books are fun because of the rhythm, rhyme and silliness. I read them a million times,” Grant said. “He will surely be missed.”