Maryland, My Maryland “I loved being in College Park in the summer; it was like you had the town to yourself. My fondest memory from those summers is going to class in the early, early morning (well, early for a college student), and while it was still humid, the air would be cool and the campus quiet and still.” Karen L. Taylor ’90 “I remember late night practice sessions in Tawes, going to concerts and recitals in the recital hall. Listening to music in Hornbake in the music library and studying for comprehensive exams there, too.” Scott Joseph Frock ’81, ’85 M.M.
T estudo
“Every once in a while I would test Testudo on some economic theory, then share with him the answer.When I was done, I’d take a deep breath, pick up my books, pat Testudo on the top of the head, and head off to class. It must have been quite a sight to behold, watching a student in full conversation with Testudo.To this day, whenever I’m preparing for a big presen-
“[I remember] my experiences with the pep committee, including driving Testudo II, the mobile mascot, for the pep committee. I did more than drive it; I kept it running through tune-ups, oil and tire changes, repairing flats, hauling it to Atlanta for the Peach Bowl. I wonder where Testudo II is today?” Roger Welker ’71 tation or important phone call, I naturally look for an updated version of Testudo to use as my good luck charm.” Stuart Alper ’84
C ampus life
“Among the most enjoyable times are the many Sunday afternoons I played pick-up softball games in front of the chapel.These games went on every Sunday from 1 p.m. until dark from May to the start of the regular NFL season.” Charles R. Enis ’68, ’72, ’74 M.B.A., ’81 Ph.D. “My advanced accounting class with Dr. James Borra; a professor who also helped many students pass the CPA exam. Our mantra:When in doubt, choose ‘B’ for ‘Borra.’ ” Ann C. Eilers ’86, CPA
Testudo is beloved by the Maryland family. It has been presented in all shapes and forms—from the mobile mascot (above, top left) to the bronze lucky charm presiding over McKeldin Mall. 24
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“What I love about Maryland: the diversity. Having grown up in Lancaster, Pa., I had minimal exposure to other cultures, but when I came to Maryland, I was exposed to a wealth of fascinating cultures and religions that I wouldn’t have
experienced on other campuses. One year, I shared a house with an African American woman, an Indian woman and an Iranian woman.We looked like a Benneton ad! We still keep in touch to this day.” Lori Hill ’89