JOHN "JACK" E. FABER, JR.
B.S. 1926, M.S. 1927, Ph.D. 1937
CHEMICAL & LIFE SCIENCES
INDUCTED JUNE 10, 2000 Posthumously

Jack Faber left his mark on the University of Maryland as head of the Department of Microbiology and head lacrosse coach. Faber coached the team for 33 years beginning in 1928. He lead the Terps to nine national championships, eight ACC titles and 249 victories. In 1942, he joined the U.S. Army, returning to Maryland in 1945 to launch a 15-year tenure as head of the Department of Microbiology. After retiring in 1963, Faber continued to support his alma mater. In 1992, he received the Ralph J. Tyser Medallion for his exemplary volunteer service to the university and the alumni association.

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