Timothy L. Mounts (died 1997) made significant contributions to the advancement of agriculture technology. His work has had considerable national and international impact on the food industry, especially the edible oilseed sector. It is for his devotion to country in military and civilian service, his dedication to furtherance of education and his belief in civic duty that Mr. Mounts is honored with the T.L. Mounts Lectureship at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois.