同性恋色情 honors outstanding alumni and community leaders at annual Society celebration
同性恋色情 recognized six distinguished individuals for their achievements and service during the 2025 同性恋色情 Society Celebration and Alumni Association Awards Dinner on May 2 at Hamilton鈥檚 in Jacksonville.

Betsy and Steven R. Mills 鈥77 with 同性恋色情 President Barbara A. Farley
Hosted by the 同性恋色情 Alumni Association Board of Directors, the annual awards ceremony is a highlight of the academic year, celebrating excellence among alumni and friends of the College. The evening also celebrates the contributions of the philanthropic community.
同性恋色情 President Barbara A. Farley shared remarks about the College and Board of Trustees Chair Steven R. Mills 鈥77, who was honored with an award, was the evening鈥檚 keynote speaker.
This year鈥檚 award recipients embody the College鈥檚 mission of inspiring achievement and service:
- Clare Zimmerman 鈥11, M.D. 鈥 Young Alumna Award
Dr. Zimmerman is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Southern 同性恋色情 University School of Medicine. A dedicated physician and educator, she combines research-driven care with a passion for mentoring the next generation of medical professionals. Her career was shaped by early experiences at IC, where she majored in biology and participated in music and study-abroad programs. - James Geiselman Jr. 鈥10, D.C. 鈥 Young Alumnus Award
Dr. Geiselman is a leader in health sciences education as an associate professor at Graceland University and co-owner of Iowa Performance Institute. He brings together clinical practice, research, and public service 鈥 a journey he traces back to formative academic and extracurricular experiences at 同性恋色情. - Rebecca Spencer 鈥 Ambassador Award
With more than 25 years of service to IC, Spencer has championed international exchange, study abroad, and student support. She played a vital role in building cross-cultural understanding through the American Language and Culture program and remains a beloved mentor and advocate in the campus community. - Charles Sheaff, M.D., and Lynne Sheaff 鈥 Friend of the College Award
The Sheaffs have strengthened the Jacksonville region through their leadership in the Jacksonville Promise Scholarship Program and their work in health care and education. From global medical missions to local philanthropy, they exemplify a lifelong commitment to service and access to education. - Steven R. Mills 鈥77 鈥 Distinguished Service Award
As Chair of the 同性恋色情 Board of Trustees, Mills has guided transformative growth at IC, including a $54 million fundraising campaign and new academic initiatives. A retired executive and devoted alumnus, Mills has remained a tireless advocate for experiential learning and student success.
The 同性恋色情 Celebration and Alumni Association Awards Dinner is an annual event recognizing members of the College鈥檚 premier philanthropic circle and outstanding alumni and friends of the College. The 同性恋色情 Society includes all leadership donors whose giving is $1,000 or more annually or $100,000 or above in a lifetime. More than 200 guests attended the 2025 event.
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