As an undergraduate, Geoff was a Student Government Association member and competed on the baseball and soccer teams. He served as captain of the soccer team his senior year and was later inducted into Assumption’s Athletics Hall of Fame. The institution played a significant role in shaping Geoff’s life. The rewarding experiences of community and teamwork inspired him to support Assumption for more than three decades.
Geoff continued his active engagement with Assumption as an alumnus by chairing several reunions and served as a Trustee during the institution’s successful Centennial Campaign. He was instrumental as chair of the Athletics Capital Campaign, leading efforts to construct the popular Multi-Sport Stadium that is in use by student-athletes during the school year from dawn until late at night. Greyhound Park was dedicated to the Smiths in recognition of their selfless generosity.
In 2002, they established the Geoff ’66 and Erika Smith Endowed Scholarship to support Connecticut students from diverse backgrounds.
“Erika and I firmly believe in the power of education and the impact it can have on individuals who want to lead a more productive, fulfilling life,” shared Geoff. “We feel that education means more than acquiring knowledge. Assumption played a significant role in my life, providing a solid base and foundation, instilling confidence and flexibility to continually learn new skills and become a lifelong learner. Erika and I are grateful that we have an opportunity to provide scholarship monies to help attract and maintain a student body rich in diversity.”
For more information on how you can support Assumption with a legacy gift, contact Melanie Demarais at 508.767.7332 or visit www.assumption.edu/plannedgiving.
