Prepared by: Sally Zoll (wife)

Born Sept. 25, 1947, to Dr. John and Mrs. Mary Zoll, Major/Dr. James Gregory Zoll grew up in Buffalo, New York. After earning a bachelor’s degree in history and English from the University of New England in 1969, Jim attended OCS and was commissioned into the U.S. Army. Specializing in electronic warfare, intelligence, and cryptology, 1LT Zoll deployed to Vietnam in 1972. While serving, he volunteered at an orphanage during his free time, becoming passionate about deaf education. Upon returning from Vietnam as a decorated combat veteran, Major Zoll transitioned to the Army Reserve and dedicated himself to the field of education.

He earned a master’s degree in deaf education from Smith College in 1974, followed by a master’s in educational administration and

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