From University of Washington Magazine:
Two of the UW’s newest student residences will soon be renamed to honor artist and teacher Marvin Oliver and professors Lois Price Spratlen and Thaddeus Spratlen.
Recently, an item appeared on a UW Board of Regents agenda: “Approve Honorific Naming of Willow and Madrona Halls.” But instead of the names of major donors, illustrious alums or leaders in technology, the list held three names that were both powerful and familiar: Marvin Oliver, Thaddeus Spratlen and Lois Price Spratlen.
To the UW community, they bring up memories of three big-hearted people, distinguished emeritus faculty members whose influence on the University of Washington and the students they mentored and inspired has endured far beyond their time on campus, and their passing from this world. These individuals were more than faculty—they were visionaries, guides and fierce advocates for justice, education and the betterment of all students, particularly those from underrepresented communities.
