2016 "Life G" Award

The “Life G,” Geneva′s highest alumni honor, is presented each year to a graduate for service above self, who embodies the principles for which Geneva College stands, and whose efforts on behalf of the College, the community, and the nation have been exemplary. The award is also a means of honoring alumni for exemplifying Geneva′s standards, mission, and commitment to servant-leadership. 

This year we were pleased to present the award to Robert A. Morrow, ’59 on Saturday, May 7 as part of the commencement exercises for the Geneva College graduating class of 2016.

Bob worked extensively before enrolling at Geneva College. As a student, he continued to work nearly full-time in addition to his studies. Robert says that he had excellent career prospects upon graduating from Geneva. He attributes these opportunities to his work experience combined with the excellent education he received.

Robert graduated from Geneva in 1959 with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. During his college days, he was an active member of the debate and economics clubs. In addition to the quality academic preparation he received, Robert says that he is thankful for the social skills and life lessons that he learned as a student.

From the many career opportunities Robert was presented after earning his degree, he accepted a position at Jones & Laughlin Steel Corporation. This led to a 41-year career with the company, from which he retired as Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

“To Geneva and its many teachers and staff, I am very grateful,” says Robert. “I consider myself fortunate to have attended Geneva. The college is true to its motto, Pro Christo et Patria.”