Excellence in Service to Hood College Award

Ms. Virginia "Ginny" Wheeler Jones '66, M.A.'88

A two-time Hood graduate, Ginny Jones built a distinguished career as a educational reading specialist, but it is her commitment to Hood that truly sets her apart.

As a class chair and devoted alumna, she has been a constant and enthusiastic presence at reunions and other alumni events.Ginny has led the planning of multiple milestone reunions, including the 25th, 50th, 55th and this one, her 60th, helping her class raise more than $210,000 in support of Hood. Her leadership and ability to inspire participation have made a lasting difference. Beyond milestone Reunions, Ginny organizes annual Zooms for her fellow 66’ers and gathers classmates together for regular lunches in Florida.

Much of her retirement has been spent enjoying traveling the country with her wonderful husband by her side. And in every town, Ginny tracks down fellow alumnae, acting as a one-woman Hood ambassador. Her service extends far beyond engagement and fundraising. From volunteering with Hood Fund Phonathons and representing the Class of 1966 in two presidential inaugurations, to supporting institutional initiatives and establishing a graduate award in reading specialization, Ginny’s positive impact on Hood College is both deep and far-reaching.