ASIANetwork is grateful for Teddy’s committed leadership, wise counsel, and kindness across her decades of support for our organization. The following words of recognition are excerpted from messages that were presented in a booklet to Teddy in front of colleagues, friends, and family at the 32nd Annual ASIANetwork Conference, March 28, 2025 in San Antonio, Texas.

“Everyone will truly miss her warm friendship, gentle prodding, and words of encouragement. All of us—including the organization—are better for having known her.”
—Gary DeCoker, Ohio Wesleyan University. Member of the Board of Directors (2007-10) and Executive Director (2014-23)

“You have been an invaluable member of the ASIANetwork family and the organization owes you a tremendous debt of gratitude.”
—Chris Herrick, Muhlenberg College. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2015-19). Director of the ASIANetwork-Luce Foundation Postdoctoral Teaching Fellows Program (2020-present). 

“From Teddy I learned how humane accounting works on behalf of good causes, not just as a series of techniques but as a whole-person enterprise dedicated to service. In this collective of ours, no one has been more thorough, more alert to the telling detail and overall flow, more committed to the long-term health and prosperity of our shared work, than Teddy Amoloza.”
—Karen Kingsbury, Chatham University. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2016-19 & 2021-22).

“ASIANetwork couldn’t do any of the things we do—the conferences, programing, and even our Board meetings themselves—without Teddy’s efforts. We are all so grateful for the time and effort that she has given so generously to ASIANetwork over the years.”
—Dennis Frost, Kalamazoo College. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2022-26)

“Teddy, your active engagement with ASIANetwork will be missed, but you’ve earned a break, and your imprint on the consortium is deep and meaningful. It will not be forgotten.”
—Van Symons, Augustana College. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (1995-98) and Executive Director (1999-2005)

“Teddy has been the heartbeat of ASIANetwork. She has done it all, with superb efficiency, a striking competence, and with good humor and generosity. A master teacher, an inspiring colleague, it is hard to imagine ASIANetwork without her.”
—Jack Harris, Hobart & William Smith Colleges. Member of the Board of Directors (2008-11),  Co-director of the ASIANetwork Service Learning and the Environment Program (2011-13) and Development Officer (2020-present).

“Teddy, your steady hand and inspiring leadership have guided ASIANetwork to become the community it is today: welcoming, dynamic, and innovative. Your voice and humanity are deeply part of our organization. Thank you for that wonderful parting gift.”
—Dan Choffnes, Carthage College. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2018-22) and Executive Director (2023-present).

“Teddy, we remember your warm welcome when we each joined the Board, your unwavering support for Asian Studies in the Liberal Arts, but also of both of us as individuals. You have been a mentor and a colleague and a friend. From the bottom of our hearts, Teddy, thank you for your incredible contribution to our collective work. Wishing you the very best for your next adventure!”
—Erin McCarthy, St. Lawrence University. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2006-10), Editor of the ASIANetwork Exchange (2011-17) and Editor of the ASIANetwork Book Series (2018-present), and
Lisa Trivedi, Hamilton College. Member of the Board of Directors (2007-10), Editor of the ASIANetwork Exchange (2011-17), Editor of the ASIANetwork Book Series (2018-present), and Development Officer (2020-present).

“I raise my glass to you, dear Teddy, in your retirement and in your next chapter in life. I know you will forever inspire that sense of awe in people who have the good fortune to know you and to work with you.”
—Anna Sun, Duke University. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2013-17), while at Kenyon College.

“Every time at the ASIANetwork conference, I catch glimpses of Teddy, always on the move. She walks with energy, speaks with confidence, and brings an unwavering warmth. I have no doubt that her dedication has been instrumental in ASIANetwork’s success. Thank you, Teddy!”
—Qin Fang, McDaniel College. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2023-27).

“The ASIANetwork owes a great deal to you, Teddy, and I am equally sure that you have received a great deal in return. One of the truths of a small and agile organizational structure is that one is working not so much for an abstract organization, but rather on behalf of people who have become dear friends through a shared labor of love.”
—Jim Lochtefeld, Carthage College. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (1998-2002).

“Teddy is a woman of undeniable virtues and strength of character, who works across all boundaries, remains ever kind and encouraging. Her remarkable gift is to develop others…as scholars, leaders, and simply as human beings. We’ve all benefited, Teddy, from having you as our leader and counting you as our endeared friend.”
—Ronnie Littlejohn, Belmont University. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2007-11), Director of the ASIANetwork-Mellon Foundation Faculty Enhancement Program (2011-18), and Development Officer (2010-20).

“Teddy’s smile, energy, and hospitable empathy have led ASIANetwork’s optimistic commitment to liberal arts education through three decades. We are forever grateful for Teddy’s grounded gifts to ASIANetwork. We wish her and her family a joyous retirement.”
—Marianna McJimsey, Colorado College. Member of the Board of Directors (1994-2000) and Executive Director (1993-99).

“I have known Teddy for only a handful of years, but as I explore the financial security of ASIANetwork I can see her handiwork everywhere. I feel a bit unfortunate that I was not able to work with her earlier! Teddy is an amazing custodian of ASIANetwork’s resources and her work at every level of the organization has served as a positive example to aspire towards.”
—Jeff Felardo, Eckerd College. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2021-25) and Finance Officer (beginning 2025).

“Teddy reminds me very much of my mother (and it’s not just the accent). When explaining the rules for the Student-Faculty Fellows program, Teddy was strict about following them and detailed in her explanations – while also being kind and enthusiastic. Teddy and Jerry, I wish you all the best in your retirement. Mahabang buhay!”
—Fuji Lozada, Davidson College. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2008-12) and Information Officer (2014-18).

“Teddy combined a high ethical sense and friendliness in her tireless work for the organization. She was a guiding presence for many years and we will miss her.”
—Anne Dorothy Harley, Scripps College. Member of the Board of Directors (2022-25).

“Whatever the role, you have performed with such grace, commitment, and acumen. Speaking as a business professor, I knew the organization’s financial assets would be managed well in your very capable hands! You are so delightful and it has been a pleasure to get to know you. Have a wonderful retirement with your husband and enjoy the time you spend with your adorable granddaughters.”
—Ann Ericson, Augustana College. Member of the Board of Directors (2016-19).

“Teddy could be counted on to remember what had to be remembered and to keep our meetings on track. She was a voice of experience, reason, caution, and calm. Teddy has done more than her fair share to keep AN working and growing through some very tough times. Her dedication to, and belief in, AN has been an inspiration. AN will forever be in her debt.”
—Stephen Udry, Carthage College. Member, and Chair, of the Board of Directors (2009-13) and Director of the Enhancing Asian Studies Program (2018-23).

“Teddy Amoloza embodies the best that is ASIANetwork, which is no surprise given her lengthy service and influence in making the consortium the great organization that it is today. It is difficult to express sufficiently our gratitude to Teddy for all the time and talent that she has dedicated to ASIANetwork over the years. May her legacy live on!”
—Steven Day, Benedictine University. Member of the Board of Directors (2023-present).

Please contact the Executive Director to add your words of recognition for Teddy.