2025 Distinguished Alumni to be Honored at Annual Alumni Homecoming Gala

The University of Toledo Alumni Association will host its annual Homecoming Gala on Friday, Sept. 26, from 6 to 9 p.m., bringing together alumni, friends, and campus leaders for an evening of celebration and recognition.
Each year, the Gala recognizes exceptional individuals through the presentation of the Gold T, Daniel J. Saevig Blue T, and Edward H. Schmidt Outstanding Young Alum awards, in addition to honoring distinguished graduates from each of the University’s colleges.
Alumni Association Awards
- Gold T Award
Jason Graven ’09, ’12 MBA
- Daniel J. Saevig Blue T Award
Robert “Reggie” Bradley, Jr. ’10
- Edward H. Schmidt Outstanding Young Alum Award
Dr. Parul Baranwal ’22

College Distinguished Alumni Awards
- Judith Herb College of Arts, Social Sciences and Education
Jana Gessner ’88
- John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business and Innovation
Edward Kinsey ’79 - College of Engineering
Anne-Marie Ainsworth ’78 - College of Health and Human Services
Chase Scarbrough ’08 - College of Law
The Honorable Arlene Singer ’72, ’76 JD - College of Medicine and Life Sciences
Dr. Harry Clarke, Jr. ’84, MD ’87 - College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Dr. Gene Richard ’82 - College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Dr. Dongfang (David) Liu ’97
Dr. Xuemei Li ’98 - Jesup Scott Honors College Distinguished Achievement Award
Sharon Schneider ’97 - University College
Linda Parra ’16 - UToledo Health Distinguished Alumni Healthcare Provider
Holly Smith ’01, ’17