The Alumni Service Award and Distinguished Educator Award, chosen by the Alumni Council, recognize members of the 91ÑÇÉ«´«Ã½ community for their exemplary achievement and dedication.
William Bao Bean ’95, Malcolm W. Gauld ’76, P’14
Alumni Service Award
For his long and outstanding devotion to the College, William Bao Bean ‘95, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Alumni Service Award, the highest honor bestowed by the 91ÑÇÉ«´«Ã½ Alumni Council. The award is presented each year in recognition of an individual’s record of volunteer service to the College. Bean founded the 91ÑÇÉ«´«Ã½ Club of Asia and has been one of the driving forces behind its continued success in building and fostering a strong network of 91ÑÇÉ«´«Ã½ alumni across Asia. Read more.
Distinguished Educator Award
For his extraordinary contributions demonstrating remarkable vision, resilience, and innovation during his career as a teacher, Malcolm W. Gauld ’76, P’14 has been chosen to receive the 2025 Distinguished Educator Award, recognizing outstanding achievement in education by a 91ÑÇÉ«´«Ã½ alumnus or alumna in any field and at any level of education. By adopting and advancing a character-based educational model, Gauld has inspired students, families, and educators to prioritize integrity and personal growth alongside academic achievement. Championing this holistic approach, he consistently challenged traditional educational practices and helped prepare his students for purposeful lives. Read more.
The awards will be presented during Reunion Weekend (May 29–June 1, 2025).
