Castleton Couple Honored as Outstanding Alumni
Scott ’70, ’80 and Toni ’71, ’86 Lobdell were the recent recipients of the Outstanding Alumni of the Year award, announced by President Dave Wolk at the Castleton University Spring 2017 Convocation ceremony.
Like so many Spartans before them and since the couple met at Castleton while exploring careers in education and have been together for 46 years.
Both are actively involved in the local community. Toni serves on the Castleton Community Center Board of Directors and Castleton-Hubbardton School Board, while Scott was recently recognized as the Outstanding Volunteer at the Castleton Community Center, proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force and Reserves, and, although retired, still teaches at the collegiate level at the Community College of Vermont in Rutland.
“They are very involved in their community, their University, their children and grandchildren, and each other,” said Alumni Association Treasurer Gary Quinn.
Over the years the Lobdell’s have continued to play an active role as volunteers at Castleton. The two are members of the Alumni Association Board of Directors, with Toni functioning as the board’s current Vice President, in addition to playing an integral part in on and off-campus events such as the annual candle lighting ceremony, senior class social, career fair and alumni association gala.
The Lobdell’s mark the second time since its inception that the award has been presented to a husband and wife duo. The couple was recognized for their steady involvement and contributions to the University and their local community.