
Guests mingle at a reception prior to the Emeritus Faculty Dinner August 28.

PMO’s The Flashbacks sang an eclectic mix of songs, including “Happy Birthday” to Rita Thacker, Dr. Leon Thacker’s wife, on the occasion of her birthday.
The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine hosted a reception and dinner in honor of its faculty emeriti August 28. The bi-annual event was held at the Dauch Alumni Center, and featured entertainment by the Flashbacks, a small ensemble of Purdue Musical Organizations’ students specializing in an eclectic mix of music from all eras. Dean Willie Reed shared an update on the College and the retired faculty members and spouses enjoyed sharing stories about their times at Purdue.