Foundation News
Mark Harris, '81
My wife Ann and I, along with our daughter and son-in-law, are all proud alumni of the University of Toledo. I met Ann at a fraternity party in 1980. Our daughter, who currently serves as a success coach at UToledo, and her husband met as members of Blue Crew during their sophomore year.
We continue to support UToledo for helping our family meet the most important people in our lives.
Derek Groves, Ph.D. Joins Team as Interim President
The University of Toledo Foundation Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment
of Derek Groves, Ph.D., as the Foundation's interim president effective April 1, 2025.
Groves, a respected nonprofit leader, brings more than 15 years of experience in executive leadership, fundraising and organizational development to the Foundation’s leadership team.
Embraing Innovation to Increase Engagement
The University of Toledo Foundation is introducing the first virtual engagement officer,
Doug Reynolds. Doug, powered by artificial intelligence, is the first of his kind.
Doug will provide touchpoints to alumni, donors and community members who request
information on events, engagement opportunities and other areas of the University.
Doug is an example of UToledo’s pioneering leadership in AI for social good, supporting an innovation that will empower nonprofits worldwide to achieve their life-changing missions.
