University of Maryland Honors Dr. T. Spike Terwilliger with Dedication of Seminar Room in Veterinary Medicine

University of Maryland Honors Dr. T. Spike Terwilliger with Dedication of Seminar Room in Veterinary Medicine

The University of Maryland’s Department of Veterinary Medicine recently honored Dr. T.  Spike Terwilliger for his generous contribution by naming a key space within the Avrum Gudelsky Veterinary Center. The newly designated Barbara Holton Terwilliger Seminar Room was dedicated in memory of Dr. Terwilliger’s mother, Barbara Holton Terwilliger, and will serve as a vital venue for hosting specialists from around the world to engage with faculty and graduate students conducting advanced research in veterinary medicine.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on August 30 to commemorate the event. In addition to the celebration, students had the unique opportunity to meet Dr. Terwilliger and share their experiences within the department, highlighting the impact of their research and education.

Dr. Terwilliger’s establishment of the Barbara Holton Terwilliger Endowed Research Fund for Veterinary Medicine will provide critical support for research in the field of veterinary medicine, furthering the mission of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Barbara Holton Terwilliger’s legacy will continue to inspire the important research advancements at the University of Maryland for future generations of veterinary professionals.