2025 Alumni Achievement Awards

Recognizing Alumni for Their
Outstanding Accomplishments

The Alumni
Achievement Awards at Reunion Weekend

Check out highlights from
Alumni Reunion Weekend!

Distinguished Alumni
Achievement Award

Ann (DelGreco) King ’75

Leveraging her degree in English, Ann King built a trailblazing 42-year career in the tech industry, bridging business and innovation across global firms. Ann is a passionate advocate for the value of a liberal arts education, emphasizing the importance of life skills, problem-solving and confidence—qualities she developed at Framingham State. A generous leader and mentor, Ann also champions liberal arts and student success through service and advocacy.

Alumni Achievement Award
(Educator)

Dr. Patricia Luoto, G ’76

As an author, professor of consumer sciences and past
co-director of CELTSS at Framingham State University, Dr. Patricia Luoto has had a profound impact on the academic and professional development of faculty, librarians and students. Her work with CELTSS exemplifies her dedication to innovative pedagogy, faculty development and the advancement of scholarship. In 2015, she played a pivotal role as project director of the Framingham State Food Study, a groundbreaking research initiative in partnership with Boston Children’s Hospital that sought to answer critical questions about weight-loss maintenance and nutritional science. Beyond her academic achievements, Dr. Luoto has remained a steadfast advocate for community engagement.

Alumni Achievement Award
(Leadership & Service)

Patrick Paradis ’75

Patrick Paradis has dedicated his life to public service in Maine, including eight terms in the state house and leadership in local government. In addition to his public service, Patrick has demonstrated a deep commitment to education and mentorship. He has taught courses at the University of Maine at Augusta and has been a frequent guest in elementary school classrooms sharing his expertise and inspiring the next generation of leaders. A champion of education and Franco-American culture, he remains a proud advocate for Framingham State, inspiring generations through mentorship and civic engagement.

Honorary Alumnus Award

Dr. David Weinberg

A physician-scientist turned fine art photographer, Dr. David Weinberg has played a key role in the growth of the Danforth Art Museum and School at FSU. Through visionary leadership and philanthropy, he has strengthened the Museum’s programs, collections and outreach—leaving a lasting legacy on campus and in the arts community. In 2018, he joined the Board of the Framingham State University Foundation, a role he has held for seven years, and continues to give of his time and energy selflessly.