UToledo Honors Alumni
For over sixty years, Honors at UToledo has cultivated the minds and broadened the worlds of its more than 4,000 students. Honors alumni have healed the sick, innovated technology, advanced statecraft, redefined markets, and enriched the human experience through their artistry. They lead examined lives and contribute to their communities. Wherever life has taken you in the intervening years, we celebrate your accomplishments large and small and invite you to reconnect with us!
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Featured Alumni
Wade Lee-Smith (CAS '93)
Wade Lee-Smith loved his time in the Honors Program so much, he decided to build his career at UToledo! After graduating with his Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry in 1993 and earning his Master’s in Library Science at Indiana University in 1994, he returned to campus as a faculty member in University Libraries. Read Lee-Smith's story.
Joseph Piasecki (CAS '70)
Joseph R. Piasecki was a man of many talents, interests, and disciplines. Of these myriad relations, accomplishments, and distinguishing stations in life, one stands out as most gratifying to the UToledo Honors community: alumnus. Read Piasecki's story.
Brad Windbigler (BUS '98)
When Brad Windbigler fell in love as a student in the mid-1990’s with the beauty of UToledo’s campus, little did he know that its burgeoning footprint presaged the impressive growth of his own career in finance - one culminating in his current role as Vice President and Treasurer at Arrow Electronics. Read Windbigler's story.
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Alumni In the News
Meet Dr. Mark Merrick
91', Bachelor of Education in Human Performance
Dr. Mark Merrick was recently appointed dean of the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s School of Health Professions.
Read MoreMeet Derek Kluczynski
'24, Bachelor of Science in Biology
Derek Kluczynski, who recently began pursuit of his doctorate and medical degree at Indiana University, was highlighted by UToledo News earlier this year in an article discussing ground-breaking research on male infertility to which he contributed.
Read MoreMeet Samantha Sutton
'23, Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Samantha Sutton recently completed a prestigious pharmacy residency at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix.
Read MoreMeet Judge Gene Zmuda
81', Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
Judge Gene Zmuda featured in a recent Toledo Blade article about a special session of the 6th District Court of Appeals which took place on UToledo's campus.
Read MoreMeet Anagaa Nathan
'26, Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
Anagaa Nathan, who is currently pursuing her medical degree at UToledo's College of Medicine and Life Sciences, was spotlit in a recent UToledo News article after she contributed to research that could one day lead to powerful treatments for developmental neurological conditions.
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Upcoming Events
We organize opportunities to connect with alumni online and in-person throughout the year. These events are a great opportunity to reminisce with college peers, enjoy engaging conversations on a range of topics, and learn about what is new with the Jesup Scott Honors College.
Get Involved!
Want to give back to the Honors community through professional networking with our current students, recruiting prospective Rockets to campus, serving as a monthly guest speaker, helping us plan for the future, or connecting us with some of your classmates? Let us know how you want to help!
What's New With You?
Let us know what you are up to these days - we want to hear from you! Upload a photo and share your latest experiences, including travel, a job change, professional accomplishments, or a new addition to your family. Submissions may be featured in our alumni newsletter and social media.
Find Us on LinkedIn
We know it's not always easy to stay connected, so we encourage you to connect with us on our Honors Alumni LinkedIn Group. There you'll learn about Honors events, celebrate the achievements of fellow Honors alumni, and hear about ways in which you can help advance our mission.
Questions?
Jesup Scott Honors College
419.530.6180
honors@utoledo.edu