Gilbert Meyer

WHEREAS, in special recognition of distinguished service to Illinois Valley Community College and the IVCC community, the Board of Trustees wishes to recognize Gilbert Meyer, by honoring him with the title of Faculty Emeritus; and 

WHEREAS, Mr. Meyer was selected in 1975 as a full-time faculty member until his retirement in 2002, followed by service as an adjunct faculty for 3 more years; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Meyer served IVCC for 30 years, teaching psychology and human sexuality courses with a teaching style that integrated grace, humor, and academic knowledge to inspire students; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Meyer coached basketball at IVCC for six years and was the President of IFT Local 1810 for 8 years, stepping up in that leadership role to serve his colleagues; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Meyer served on numerous college committees and served the community as a member of the Deer Park School Board for 6 years and the Ottawa High School Board for 12 years; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Meyer was an exemplary employee and was hard-working, dedicated to teaching and learning, honest in all of his dealings, and cared deeply about the faculty, students and staff at IVCC, which resulted in a Merit Award from the College in 1987; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Meyer has demonstrated professional competence, provided meritorious service to the College, community and profession, and has upheld the mission, vision, strategic objectives and core values of the College during his employment, and has championed the role of the College in the community;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of Illinois Valley Community College that it approves the designation of Faculty Emeritus for Gilbert Meyer.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Board herein extends its deepest appreciation to Gilbert Meyer for his dedication and service to Illinois Valley Community College and to the students and faculty members who have been positively impacted by his 30 years of service to the College.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution was presented for approval at the Board of Trustees meeting on February 17, 2026 and will be noted in the permanent minutes of this Board meeting.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Faculty Emeritus status for Gilbert Meyer hereunto will be listed on the website and identified in publications related to the history of the College and that the use of the title “Faculty Emeritus” in community and professional activities may be allowed now and hereafter.

Effective this 17th Day of February, 2026