Bill Jordan, who passed away at the age of 85, was a prominent university lecturer and author whose contributions significantly influenced the training and professional development of social workers. He taught sociology and social policy at the universities of Exeter, Huddersfield, and Plymouth, and authored more than 30 books on topics including social work practice and political theory, many of which were translated into various languages. Jordan was also a founding member of the Basic Income Earth Network, advocating for a universal basic income system. Born in Dublin, he moved to England in 1955 and later studied at Christ Church, Oxford. He began his career in social work as a probation officer and later transitioned to academia in 1991, becoming a professor. In addition to his academic achievements, Jordan was a talented cricketer and enjoyed running, winning various competitions. He is survived by three children and six grandchildren, though he faced personal loss with the passing of his second wife in 2016 and a son in 2007.