University Of Maryland Professor David Driskell Dies From Coronavirus
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (WJZ) -- The University of Maryland, College Park is mourning the death of a professor who died as a result of the coronavirus.
The victim has been identified as Professor David C. Driskell, a renowned artist, art historian, collector and curator.
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President Loh released a statement Saturday:
"To many on campus, Professor Driskell was a beloved friend. We grieve his passing. On behalf of the University, I offer our deepest condolences to his wife Thelma, to his daughters Daviryne and Daphne, and to his many friends and colleagues."
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