Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

Mr. William D. Marohn

On October 16, 1997 Mr. William Marohn was awarded The University of Toledo Gold T Award at the Founders Day 125th anniversary of The University of Toledo. The Gold T is awarded to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution in his or her particular field and has been of service to the University, community, state and/or nation.

Mr. Marohn a native of Toledo graduated from UT in 1964 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He served in the United States Air Force Medical Corps during the Berlin Crisis and was an officer in both the Ohio and Michigan Air National Guard. He joined the Whirlpool Corporation in 1964 as an industrial engineer. After holding other executive positions, he was promoted to president, chief operating office in 1992. In February 1997 he was named vice chairman. Mr. Marohn established the Whirlpool Fellowship program in the College of Engineering and he has been a generous patron of the College. He also serves on the board of directors for Cooper Tire and Rubber Company of Findlay, Ohio.

Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances. Headquartered in Benton Harbor, Michigan, the company manufactures in 12 countries and markets products under 10 major brand names in more than 120 countries. For more information on Mr. Marohn and the Whirlpool Corporation contact their web site at www.whirlpool.com