The 2011 Legacy Banquet

Honorary Alumnus of the Year Travis (Lew) Gibbs If you’ve ever met Lew Gibbs, you would think he bleeds Cedarville blue and yellow. While not an alum, his love and support for our alumni and the University is not easily matched. Known around campus as “Mr. G,” Lew directed Cedarville’s career services office for 15 years, broadening its role and reputation to become one of the top career offices in the country. He strongly believes each student is “uniquely wired by God to do Kingdom things” and has had a significant impact on many students’ lives. Lew came to Cedarville after 31 years in management at IBM. He brought a marketing approach to a discipline predominately focused on counseling. His priority was to aggressively network with alumni and parents to tap into their potential as hiring influencers. His connections with alumni across the country and the world have accomplished that objective. Cedarville now enjoys the favor of many preeminent employers. Known throughout the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities as a “consummate networker,” his energetic leadership has also positively impacted career offices at other campuses. A sought after speaker on career related subjects, he has represented Cedarville University appearing on local cable TV and national Christian radio and has also been published in numerous journals and periodicals. Lew retired from his role at Cedarville in June, and has begun a consulting business. He and his wife, Sheron, have three children, all Cedarville graduates, and five grandchildren.