During my freshman year I was fortunate to meet Don Reiber, a professor who gave so many students the opportunity to pursue their dreams in broadcast communications. Don’s dedication, selflessness and ability to connect with his students was apparent. What many did not see were the countless hours he spent outside of work hours to allow his students to gain real-world broadcast experience. This experience gave us an advantage and launched our careers down a successful path. More... I give to pay it forward to the next generation. I give to honor a man whom I admire more than ever 20 years after I last worked for him as a student. I give in the hope that The University of Toledo can continue to inspire its students to dream big. I will forever hear Don directing a live football game in my head, “Ready camera one. Take camera one. Ready camera two. Focus 3. Where’s the ball 2? Take 2.”

I give back to help provide students with lifelong learning opportunities and to provide materials and equipment necessary for this optimum learning environment. I have continued to utilize my skills obtained at UT and reflect often on my education, experiences, and mentorships I received. I am proud to support the University and I am proud also to now be a parent of a current UT student.

UT is a member of our family. With numerous UT degrees in my family, and my father and I both former UT employees, the Midnight Blue and Gold is at the core of who we are. Supporting the University for me is like caring for a beloved family member; our lives are inextricably intertwined. It is my pleasure to support the areas closest to my heart at UT, enabling current students to enjoy the Rocket experience like I did, and helping our alma mater be the best it can be.