Development Events
School Expresses Appreciation to Supporters This year, the School modified its traditional scholarship reception into a luncheon honoring individuals and families who have donated significant time and resources to the School. The invitation list included Advisory Council and Campaign Committee volunteers, endowment representatives, and donors who gave $1000 or more during 2013, made 10 or more gifts or have included the School as a beneficiary in their estate plans. Scholarship recipients had the opportunity to be recognized for their academic achievements as well as to express gratitude to the many people who support their education. Describing her path to becoming a social worker, Katy Waters, BSW ’13, said, “The Vincent J. DiNitto Endowed Scholarship is an expression of confidence in my potential as a leader in the social work profession. It was a true honor to receive this scholarship, and a tangible expression of how far I have come as a student.” A surprise award was presented to an active and long-time volunteer, Mary Dodson, who has served on the Advisory Council, the alumni board and has represented the School on the Texas Exes Council. More than 150 guests attended the luncheon and celebrated their connection to the School of Social Work. Photos from top to bottom: 1) Director of Development Laura Wells with volunteer awardee Mary Dodson and Richard Dodson, 2) John and Cynthia Adkins, 3) A group of student recipients, 4) Professors Diana DiNitto and DeDe Sparks with scholarship recipient Katy Waters (center), 5) Eric Metcalf visiting with scholarship recipient, LaShaila Mictchum
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