Professor Julian Kenny had a long and distinguished career on the staff of The University of the West Indies, from 1963 until his retirement in 1990. He began as a lecturer in zoology in the faculties of Agriculture and Natural Sciences and rose to the ranks of Professor and Head of Department. He also supervised several M. Phil. and Ph.D. students. Throughout his career, he served on university committees, was active in organizations pertinent to his training and interests and also represented the government of Trinidad and Tobago at various international meetings.