Dr. Gloria L. Hobbs Supports Leadership and Scholarship with Lifetime and Legacy Gifts

Dr. Gloria L. Hobbs is a celebrated linguist, scholar, and administrator who has written numerous articles on topics ranging from French literature to the African diaspora.

Gloria first became acquainted with Ithaca College after receiving an invitation to join the IC Board of Trustees from Ellis Phillips Jr., who became IC’s fifth president in 1970. She graciously accepted, serving on the board from 1972 to 1987.

Today, Gloria is an honorary trustee who remains dedicated to empowering the IC community through her philanthropy. Deeply impressed with the college’s ninth president, Dr. Shirley M. Collado, whom she met during the college’s 125th anniversary celebration festivities, Gloria established the Dr. Shirley M. Collado Faculty Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Ithaca College Community.

The award annually supports the professional development of a chosen faculty member to enhance their capacity for equitable and inclusive leadership. Gloria has also established a legacy gift with the college that will provide scholarship support.