I was one of his students  of Political Theory at Howard University and was so impressed by his helping personality.My husband who was studying to become an Architect,was also his student at one time.I learned so much from him and he wrote a preface to one of my books,"Greek Philosophy" which was just wonderful.He treated my sons like his own.
When I wrote to him that I was in Turkey with my sons after the Iran,Iraq war he said what are you doing in Turkey?I said::"They are bombarding Tehran and there is no plane and no airport to fly any where else..."and he was very helpful by just talking to me and trying to calm me."
He had a remarkable journey to this world and if there is heaven professor Stavrou is there with his usual smile.
We had so many political discussions about the Middle East and other political issues.
Our condolences to his wonderful wife Katarina.
He will be missed by my whole family.
Elahe H.Haeri(Farahpour)

My deepest sympathy to Katerina and family. I now understand why my recent email had gone unanswered. But I cherish all the emails, your insight, friendship, and concern. You have been a family friend though distance between us, you are always close to my heart. You will be missed dearly. You are indeed an inspiration to not only me, to countless individuals. You are still a great man. Give K3 a hug for me. RIP.

I knew Professor Stavrou at Howard University where I took some of his classes in International Affairs. I kept good memories of his teaching and affability. 
May you rest in peace, Professor!

Uncle Nick, Friend, Family! We had one more argument to discuss. We will have that academic conversation in another time and place. You loomed large in our family, and we miss you.

Dear Katrina,
     I am so sorry for your loss, and my prayers are with you.

Dear Nikolaos, we celebrate your remarkable life as we mourn the loss of a truly extraordinary person.  So many of us are so grateful for your undying service to all of humanity: as a young immigrant who rose on his own to become an exceptional educator with a marvelous intellect; and as one who devoted his life to  giving and sharing seemingly boundless knowledge of history and world affairs.  Your belief that “Truth belongs to us all” governed that giving and sharing to all who had the privilege of knowing and befriending you, especially those thousands of students who over the years sat in your classes at Howard University.  Your many contributions, including the founding and editing of Mediterranean Quarterly, will live on as will our memories of your brilliant smile and sense of humor.  We thank you, Nikolaos, for enriching our lives with your priceless “commodities”: your endearing friendship and your abounding knowledge—always grounded in truth.  We are comforted in knowing that God Blessed and is Keeping you, dear friend.  From your loving neighbors, Edie and Jim Michie

Dear Thio Nik,

Please know you are very loved and will be missed, but in our hearts always.  I will especially miss your support of my Son, your Nephew, HM3 Travis P. Stavros (Navy Corpsman).  As I know he will too.  I'm sure Travis will take your advice and "leave grateful Afghanistan friends behind when you come home as ancient Greeks have always done".

Love,
Your Niece,
Antoinette M. Stavros

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Nikolaos A. Stavrou

May 5, 1935 – December 29, 2011

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