Graver Bestowed with Kutztown University President's Medal for Commitment to University’s History

KUTZTOWN, Pa. – Jason Graver ’92, M’18 was presented with the Kutztown University President’s Medal Wednesday, Dec. 4, for his volunteerism, commitment and dedication to preserving and celebrating the university’s rich history.

Graver graduated from Kutztown University in 1992 with a bachelor’s degree in secondary education/political science and a master’s degree in library science in 2018. In 2015, he became an invaluable alumni volunteer, serving on the history sub-committee of the KU Sesquicentennial Planning Committee. Graver has specialized in the collection of Kutztown University memorabilia and the history of the institution.

In 2015, the history display in the Old Main Concourse opened to the public with the help of Graver’s knowledge and collection. Since that time, Graver has worked closely with the gallery director and KU’s Office of University Relations to refresh and upkeep a slightly toned-down display from the original.

Graver has been a featured speaker at the annual Holiday Tea, held by the KU Foundation, and has been the lead speaker at other KU historical events. Graver will staff the historical display himself at KU homecomings to help guide visitors through the institution’s rich history.

In addition, Graver is one of the go-to people for University Relations and others in need of research for KU historical milestones. Graver does all this work as a volunteer, while he continues to build his collection with rare KU artifacts to display in the future.

The President's Medal was created in 2014 to be awarded to individuals who bring honor and distinction to our institution and who serve as examples to our students and our alumni. Other recipients include William Ribble ’73, long-time member of the KU Foundation Board; Andre Reed ’05, KU and Pro Football Hall of Famer; Ryan Vogelsong, Major League Baseball All-Star and two-time World Series Champion; Gregory “Doc” Jones, long-time head coach of the KU men’s rugby team; Dr. Carlson Chambliss, long serving KU professor, philanthropist and scholar; Sandy Green, former mayor of Kutztown and community leader and advocate; Bessie Reese Crenshaw ’50, Kutztown University's first African American graduate; John Mobley, two-time Super Bowl champion; Robert C. Landis and Scott A. Dorn ’79, KU Foundation Board presidents; and Bonita B. Perkins ’68 and Charles O. Perkins ’68, philanthropic leaders and supporters.

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