“The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.” – B.B. King Few individuals embody the spirit of lifelong learning as profoundly as Richard Larson. With a career spanning decade in research, academia, and innovation, he has continually sought to push the boundaries of knowledge while inspiring those around him to do the same. From pioneering breakthroughs in queueing theory and operations research to shaping modern approaches in education and decision science, his contributions have left an indelible mark on both theoretical and applied disciplines. More than just an academic, he has always viewed education as a powerful tool for transformation, one that extends beyond university halls and into everyday life.