HONOR ING WHAT YOU LOVE Xavier graduate Karl Connor always believed that the quality of his education—and the mentorship of Dr. Norman Francis, Xavier’s former president—were instrumental in his own professional success. As Karl’s 50th birthday approached, his wife, Monika McKay, established a scholarship fund in his name at the Greater New Orleans Foundation, invited friends to a surprise party and, in lieu of gifts, requested donations to the fund. Though Karl hadn’t wanted a party, or a fund in his name, he now says, “it was the best party I’ve ever attended and the best gift I’ve ever received.” Together, the two hope that the Karl Connor Scholarship Fund will expand the possibilities for deserving New Orleanians.
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