Retired PVM Faculty Honored at Emeritus Faculty Dinner

September 14, 2018

Dr. Larry Glickman pictured with his wife, Dr. Nita Glickman, and Gretchen Stephens
Rita Thacker pictured with PMO's The Flashbacks

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.

Writer(s): Kevin Doerr | pvmnews@purdue.edu

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