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Graduating Mother’s Dedication, Perseverance Inspiration for Graduating Daughter

May 2, 2025

On Saturday, Teri Hobson will receive a bachelor of science in nursing and her daughter, Kayliana Ortiz, a senior at Toledo Early College, will receive her associate’s degree in general studies.


Graduating Senior Conducts Breakthrough Research in Cosmetic Sciences

May 1, 2025

Karissa Richards, who will graduate Saturday as valedictorian of the bachelor of science in pharmaceutical sciences class, worked on improving foundations for individuals with darker skin tones.


For Former Marine, Graduation Testament to Perseverance, Accomplishment

April 30, 2025

Seth Voigt, who will earn his bachelor’s degree in construction engineering technology on Saturday, has accepted a full-time project manager role with The Gerken Companies.


Law Student Left Florida to Become Rocket Because UToledo ‘Took a Chance on Me’

April 29, 2025

A leader on campus, Stacey Alphonse, who graduates Sunday, May 11, with her juris doctor, will work in Columbus as an assistant attorney general for the State of Ohio.


Rocket Found Success in Academics and Athletics

April 28, 2025

Lucie Morris, who graduates Saturday with a bachelor’s degree in communication, was a member of the women’s swim team and served as president of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee.


Graduating Honors Student Excels in Leadership

April 25, 2025

Mai Mang, who will receive her bachelor’s degree in business administration in marketing and operations and supply chain management on May 3, served as an ambassador for the Jesup Scott Honors College.


Occupational Therapy Doctorate Student Found Home in Cohort

April 24, 2025

Samantha Stanley, who graduates May 2, became a Rocket because “UToledo was the perfect fit” for her with its location and O.T.D. program.


UToledo Leads Nursing Graduate Student to ‘Rewarding and Fulfilling’ Career

April 23, 2025

Kyle Hollar, who will receive his master’s degree May 2, plans to continue working at UTMC as a registered nurse.


Rocket’s Health Challenges Inspired Degree and Career Path

April 22, 2025

Isabel Trahan has had three kidney transplants — most recently in 2023 — and credits UToledo for helping her graduate on schedule with a bachelor’s degree in health information administration on May 3.


Biology Senior Finds Calling Through Caring for Horses

April 18, 2025

Lilly Boone came to UToledo from North Carolina to study biology and pursue her dream of going into medicine. She graduates with a bachelor of science degree May 3 and will begin medical school in the fall.