Terry Scholars use their opportunity to attend college to improve the world around them and to create opportunities for others. Their origins are part of who they are, and their connections across our community make up the ever-changing Terry blueprint.
The design theme of gratitude and giving back as part of the Terry blueprint honors two things:
1 Terry Scholars’ gratitude for the gift education and a community.
2 The Terry Foundation’s gratitude for the way that Terry Scholars have used that gift to create what we are today and how we will steward the Terry Legacy into the future.
Letter from the Terry Foundation President and CEO
As we celebrate new milestones this academic year, let us take an opportunity to reflect on our previous academic year as a Terry Community and on our gratitude for the experiences it brought us.
Gratitude is part of who we are. It is in our blueprint as an organization. Furthermore, demonstrating gratitude through giving back creates a blueprint for others to follow and allows our community to grow and thrive.
Howard and Nancy Terry started a small scholarship program with just 17 students in 1987. Their goal was to help students to help themselves by financially supporting their college education. Over time, the Terrys were so impressed by the outcomes they saw that they eventually dedicated all of their wealth to the endowment of the Terry Foundation. What an incredible gift to the state of Texas! To date, their generosity has funded more than 6,800 students with more than $396 million dollars! Just think of how many families in Texas are thankful for Howard & Nancy Terry.
Giving back is in the original blueprint of the Terry Community. What motivated Howard Terry to dedicate the entirety of his fortune to educational scholarships? He was thankful for the scholarship he received to attend The University of Texas at Austin. The athletic scholarship he received enabled him to obtain a degree in business, which he credited for changing his life circumstance. His gratitude sparked his generosity. Mr. Terry’s design for the Terry Scholarship Program was simple yet allencompassing:
“Use this gift of a college education to achieve success and give back to ensure that others can do the same.”
Terry Scholars do not give back because they were told to do so. They give back because they pledged to do so, out of gratitude for the gift they received from a panel of Scholars who believed in them. Every connection made at a Banquet and every service hour dedicated by a student organization add to the expanding impact of the Terry blueprint and to our unending gratitude for this community and its Scholars.
We are excited to see what the 2024-2025 Academic Year has in store for our community. I invite you to re-live some highlights from last year with us and reflect on our collective place in and contributions to the Terry Blueprint.
Yvonne R. Moody (TAMU 1987) President & CEO
Thank
You,
Mr. and Mrs. Terry
In 1987, Howard and Nancy Terry founded what is now the largest private source for scholarships in Texas. The Terry’s believed that the students to whom they extended a helping hand would, in turn, give back—to the Foundation, to their college campuses, to their communities and beyond. Today, the success and impact of thousands of Terry Scholars stand as testimonials to the wisdom of that belief.
Mr. and Mrs. Terry passed away in 2012, but their legacy lives on in each Terry Scholar who acts as a shining example of their vision and leaves a mark on the world around them.
Success is the accomplishment of goals you set for yourself.
HOWARD TERRY
TERRY SCHOLAR SELECTION CRITERIA
Financial Need
Academic Achievement
Demonstrated Leadership
Learn about the Terry Gold Pen at: https://l.ead.me/TerryPen
Board of Directors + Terry Scholars = Interview Panels
EVERY Scholar selected after a 30 minute interview
13 public universities across the state of Texas
Mandatory Events ORIENTATION + FALL BANQUETS + SPRING PICNICS up to 8 semesters of funding up to cost of attendance
OUR MISSION
The Terry Foundation’s mission is to develop future leaders of Texas through access to education.
OUR VISION
The Terry Foundation’s vision is to create a community of educated leaders who utilize their talents to strengthen the state of Texas and impact the world.
OUR PILLARS OF EXCELLENCE
Terry Scholars strive to achieve their highest potential in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Community.
SCHOLARSHIP
LEADERSHIP SERVICE COMMUNITY
Terry Scholars challenge themselves academically, personally, and professionally while setting an example for their peers through leadership and service to others. During their time on campus and beyond, Terry Scholars build and nurture a supportive community that celebrates the strengths of each individual. During the past year, Terry Scholars demonstrated their commitment to both their Terry Community and to the communities around them.
Fall Orientation
In August 2023, The Terry Foundation hosted Scholar Orientations on its 13 partner campuses across the state. We welcomed 316 new Freshmen Terry Scholars!
The Terry Freshmen on each campus joined their Scholar Relations Manager for a presentation about the scholarship program and the Terry Community.
Later, returning Scholars at all 13 Terry universities reunited with their fellow Terrys and enjoyed activities and service projects hosted by the Scholar student organizations.
LOOKING BACK
Fall 1993: 2 Schools
THIS YEAR
Fall 2023: 13 Schools
Fall Banquets
During the Fall 2023 Banquet season, the Terry Foundation joined currently-funded Terry Students, Terry Scholar Alumni, and university partners for a night of networking on each university campus. These events are a celebration of our Terry Community and an opportunity for students to improve their networking skills and increase their confidence in professional situations.
Table seating was arranged to align the students’ majors and desired career paths with the education and/or work experience of the Alumni Table Hosts, when possible. Additionally, the keynote speaker at every Terry Banquet was one of our Terry Scholar Alumni.
During their time on scholarship, Terry Students can see multiple examples of what it means to “give back” at these events before it is their opportunity to return as an Alumni Table Host and maybe even a featured speaker.
Statewide Officer Retreat
The UTEP Terry Scholars organized and hosted the 2024 Statewide Officer Retreat. Terry Officers from across the state visited El Paso to share best practices, attend leadership workshops, network with each other, and discuss the Terry Statewide Initiative.
The 2024 initiative was a fundraiser for the Coalition to Combat Human Trafficking. By organizing food and drink sales, hosting charity events, writing letters to state legislators, and partnering with local businesses, Terrys mobilized their organizations as well as others in their communities to support the cause and raise awareness.
$5,200 RAISED FOR THE COALITION TO COMBAT HUMAN TRAFFICKING IN 2024
YEAR IN REVIEW 2023-2024
Interviews and Award Ceremonies
From March 25, 2024 to April 12, 2024,
150
VOLUNTEER TERRY INTERVIEW PANELISTS at sites in Dallas, El Paso, and Houston interviewed 598 candidates from an extremely competitive pool at each nominating university
320
NEW TERRY SCHOLARS WERE SELECTED
129
TERRY SCHOLARS across the state volunteered to help welcome the incoming class
Spring Picnics
Each spring, Terry Picnics celebrate the community built by the students on each Terry campus and honor the graduating seniors.
Those who have completed the Terry Scholarship Program are invited to speak to the group about their accomplishments, goals, and next steps. They also receive a Terry Gold Pen as a symbol of their accomplishments and of their pledge to give back to Terry Scholars who come after them.
These joyous events are attended by Terry Foundation staff and Board members, university guests, returning Terry Alumni and their families, and friends of the Foundation.
Terrys Abroad + Internships
“I am beyond grateful for this trip as I was able to learn more about agriculture production and policy through an international lens...These connections with producers abroad sparked conversations I could identify with and inspired me of the change I can make in my community through learning about other nations and cultures...”
KAITLYNN HUGHES, TAMU 2022
STUDY ABROAD DESTINATION: Scotland
“This was a very special opportunity for me as I was able to enhance my knowledge of my first language- Spanish! It brought me back to my roots in a unique way, and I hope to apply what I learned on this study abroad in the future in my physical therapist career to defeat language barriers in the beautiful bordering sun city of El Paso.”
LEILANI NAVARRETE, UTEP 2021
STUDY ABROAD DESTINATION: Spain
“I feel like my goal of broadening my worldview was most definitely accomplished. Being able to physically see the differences [between societies] helped me understand the weight such changes can carry... As a child, I dreamed of visiting all of the places I saw in magazines and on television, and now that dream has become a reality...”
NICOLE MORALES, UTD 2023
STUDY ABROAD DESTINATION: France
“...Being in the presence of many of these historical masterpieces made me reflect on all the decisions in my life that led me to that moment. It was a feeling of being present in the moment and being grateful for where I am today...
BRYAN ARRIAGA, UTEP 2020
STUDY ABROAD DESTINATION: Italy
“For my past self, I would advise to not be afraid of change and to be open to new opportunities because these experiences aid throughout our college career as we discover our lifetime passion.”
FABIOLA VANEGAS, TAMU 2023
INTERNSHIP ORGANIZATION: Komatsu Corp.
“The biggest lesson I learned this summer was that it is so important to put yourself out there and advocate for yourself and your skills in a corporate setting. This summer I pitched an idea to create a video from beginning to end all by myself and my supervisors were thrilled to see the initiative I took. It is so important to get past your fears and let your skills shine... There is a reason you were chosen for the position so feeling as though you’re not qualified is a waste of time...”
STEPHANIE GHANDOUR, UT 2021
INTERNSHIP ORGANIZATION: Southwest Airlines
“During my internship at General Motors as a Cyber Security Manufacturing Engineer, I was thrown into projects that were entirely new to me... I discovered that it’s okay not to have all the answers initially; what matters is the willingness to seek guidance and learn from those with more experience... One of the most valuable things I learned was the importance of talking to higher-ups. They’re often more approachable than you might think and can offer invaluable insights and advice if you take the initiative to connect with them.”
KAREN HERRADA, UTD 2021
INTERNSHIP ORGANIZATION: General Motors
“This internship has opened up many doors and opened my eyes to all that I am capable of in the future. It was a ground breaking, earth shattering and eye opening experience... There is so much available to us in the world and all it takes us is the openness to achieve it.”
JOSHUA REYES CRUZ, UTD 2021
INTERNSHIP ORGANIZATION: Microsoft
TERRY SCHOLARS AT
Sam Houston State University
“The Measure of a Life Is Its Service”
We proudly lived, learned, and served together as the final cohort of Terrys on campus at SHSU. This year, we wished our extraordinary seniors farewell, teamed up with the Houston Terry Alumni Chapter to make pediatric patients smile, and continually supported each other through the final lap.
A big congratulations to our seniors who will go on to make the world a better place. Living up to the heart of the Foundation and SHSU will take a lifetime, so we will continue to lean on our grit and grace. Stand tall, paws up, — we are #TerryProud, Bearkats!
Honoring Tradition & Building the Future
Service is a TAMU and Terry Scholar value, and our scholars maintained a generous spirit within our campus and the Bryan/ College Station community through traditional events and a handful of our own Terry events. The TAMU Terry Scholars made nearly 60 blood donations, and collected 285 pounds of canned foods as well as toys during the holidays.
In 2024, “The Big Event” took place on Terry Give Back Day, and more than 30 scholars cleaned yards, painted houses, and built sheds for residents who could not do the maintenance themselves.
We hosted our first networking “Lunch and Learn,” during which Terry Alumni spoke with students about building networks, talking about personal strengths, and more.
We are grateful to the Foundation and our exceptional Terry Alumni family for their support —greater things to come next year!
POUNDS OF CANNED FOODS COLLECTED
TERRY SCHOLARS AT
Texas A&M University at Galveston
Terry Pride as Deep as the Ocean
We have a full decade of memories and achievements to reflect on. This school year, our seniors honored commitments in the classroom, served the campus, studied abroad, provided mentorship, and celebrated with each other.
We are proud of our outstanding seniors who will go on to start successful careers, conduct groundbreaking research, write an autobiography, and change history for the better.
Just like scientists have only explored a small percent of the world’s oceans, we have only scratched the surface of our possibilities. Whatever comes next, we will dive in and remain #TerryProud!
Student Spotlights
Charlotte Bly studied abroad in Greece for a semester.
Annabel Gonzales was top student in Maritime Studies at TAMUG.
Kiara Carasco got a job in her field of work during the school year.
Chris Pryor presented his undergraduate thesis work at the Atlantic Estuarine Research Society’s meeting and received ‘Best Undergraduate Poster’ award.
Alison Riddle got a government job in Washington and will work with dolphins.
Terry Proud All Around
We are so proud of all our Scholars! TXST Terrys have made a profound impact on our campus community and neighboring towns.
Terrys are finishing their honors college requirements, teaching fitness classes at the student rec, serving as TXST Ambassadors, leading as presidents of other clubs, and more. University President Kelly Damphousse has mentioned that, at almost every student organization event he has attended, at least one Terry holds a leadership position.
This year, we partnered with Honors and the College of Education for a toy drive, assisted Communities in Schools with a supply drive, and fundraised for the Hays County Food Bank and CASA. We also volunteered at a local library to help senior citizens with apps and other technology questions for “Terry Tech Fridays.” During the spring semester, we helped with yardwork for Bobcat Build and picked up trash at Sewell Park for Terry Give Back Day. We also hosted fundraisers to support the Terry Statewide Initiative and even helped boost a local printer’s business by 15% through our partnership for Terry gear.
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23 SERVICE HOURS
SOCIAL EVENTS
$1,566
21 RAISED AND DONATED
13 Community Impact
TECH FRIDAY EVENTS
Student Spotlights
Angel Gonzalez, as a Terry Scholar and University Ambassador, tells all visiting high school seniors about how to become a Terry.
Gabriel Medina studied abroad in Spain for a full year.
Julia Ager was accepted into multiple graduate programs for her doctoral studies of occupational therapy and will attend UT-Galveston.
Karina Rodriguez, Adriana Montoya, and Janell Guerrero all worked on their Honors capstone projects and completed their Honors thesis.
Jocelyn Auxier received the 2024 Newman Civic Fellow Award and founded “Be the Match” at TXST to help find bone marrow donors for those in need.
Ryan House was hired as the new assistant football coach at TXST.
You Will Recognize Us by Our Service
We stand tall on a firm foundation of leadership and service, which has become a way of life for our Scholars on campus and in the community. Our organization has gained some serious respect, especially from our professors. We’re not just about hitting the books – we also put in the work during diverse service events.
We engaged in numerous volunteer activities, partnering with local organizations to provide support and services where needed. We’ve been a consistent presence at High Point Village, a school for adults with disabilities, working to create inclusive spaces. For five years running, we’ve been part of community fall festivals and the local apple orchard, embracing and celebrating local traditions.
Whether it was organizing supply drives, participating in community planting events on Arbor Day, or cooking for families at the local Ronald McDonald house, our scholars consistently demonstrated a commitment to making a positive difference.
It’s more than just volunteering; it’s about personal and community growth. We’re actively shaping the legacy of the Texas Tech Terrys.
13
SERVICE EVENTS
398
SERVICE HOURS
$1,215
150 RAISED AND DONATED
40 Community Impact
PERSONAL CALLS MADE TO POTENTIAL TERRYS
SOCIAL EVENTS
Student Spotlights
Daniel Anderson represented Texas Tech at the Collegiate Cup for powerlifting.
Penny Parmer and Saleth Orozco were selected to be Ambassadors of the College of Human Sciences.
Mackenna Watkins, Abid Miah, and Vanessa Ruiz Ceballos were selected as Ambassadors of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Abdul Almosa authored 7 legislative pieces that passed in the Student Senate and was selected as Senator Atlarge for the TTU Student Government Association.
Abid Miah, Vanessa Ruiz Ceballos, and Nick Diaz were accepted into the Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP) program.
Daniela Mora Garcia, Sammi Grizzaffi, Gabby Serna, and Zach Morado studied abroad in summer 2024.
Nick Hernandez started the Disney College Internship Program in Orlando, FL.
Making Denton A Terry Beautiful Place
This year, we found many ways to turn service into a celebration. From handing out candy to little ones, to making goodie bags for National Custodian Day, to keeping our Adopt-A-Spot spick and span, to chalking the sidewalks with affirmations for Black History Month, to knitting scarves for veterans — every day we found another way to serve. We made time for learning sessions, special cause fundraisers, and sending letters to Congress requesting increased legislation around human trafficking in Texas. We are especially proud of our members who were able to study abroad and those who received seven individual/ student organization awards at the TWU Annual Redbud Ceremony. We are breaking barriers and building a Terry Legacy!
RAISED AND
Community Impact
Taking Care of the Community
In true Cougar fashion, we made it a priority to help each other succeed while also serving the city of Houston this school year. As scholars, we grew together at practical workshops on hot topics like time management, networking, study abroad, and undergraduate research. We took a stroll down memory lane by volunteering at #TerryReadingDay and #TerryGiveBackDay — these events are a great reminder about how we got our “yes” from the Foundation and UH. We’re happy to report that our service projects made a significant impact on the Houston Food Bank, Harris County Pets, The Coalition to Combat Human Trafficking, and this great university we call home. Whose House? Terrys’ House!
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SERVICE EVENTS
72
SERVICE HOURS
4
STUDENT WORKSHOPS
• UH Resources + Time Management
• Networking + Banquet
MEALS SERVED TO HOUSTON
100+
• Undergraduate Research
• Study Abroad
2,000 SCHOLARS ATTENDED AT LEAST ONE TERRY EVENT
Student Spotlights
Payton Neubauer will be starting a full-time teaching position in Spring ISD.
Oselumenosen Ekhuemelo will be starting a full-time mechanical engineer position at Shell and will be moving to New Orleans, LA.
Celine Luu will be attending medical school at Texas A&M School of Medicine.
Kelly Lam will be attending optometry school at the University of Houston College of Optometry.
University of North Texas
Look Out for the Terry Takeover
We know our organization plays a critical role in shaping the campus experience, so we kicked off back-to-school with a retreat and kept the good vibes going all year. We exceeded our goals to foster a tight community, develop essential skills, and create networking opportunities for all members. Looking back, we showed love to our environment through AdoptA-Block, neighborhood clean-ups, and the Shiloh Fields Community Garden service event. We fundraised, collected Toys-For-Tots, adopted families, and even extended #TerryGiveBackDay into #TerryGiveBackWeek while including creative ways to get nonTerry members involved. Throughout the year, we encouraged our members to host Instagram Takeovers which mirrors the way our scholars’ presence has undoubtedly taken over UNT and Denton. We are UNT, and we are Terry!
Community Impact
Mission Accomplished in Arlington
What a year! Our service events truly brightened the lives of many people, the city of Arlington, and our campus. Some of our favorite events included packaging 1,500 pounds of dog food, making weighted bears for little ones in hospitals, raising $3,600 in our annual toy drive, and adding fun to fundraisers with cornhole and pie throws. The senior citizens at a local nursing home hold a special place in our hearts, so we made them blankets, gifted and installed a planter box for the main courtyard, and let loose at “silver karaoke” together. Of course, we continued the tradition of serving at Mission Arlington, an organization dedicated to supporting families in need. Out and over from The Mavericks of the #TerryFamily.
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SERVICE EVENTS
217
SERVICE HOURS
POUNDS OF DOG FOOD PACKAGED
1,500 RAISED AND DONATED $3,600
26
SOCIAL EVENTS
Student Spotlights
Devin Mackay and Hailey King are freshman scholars that have been very particularly involved in our events, attending almost every single event we hosted.
Service Chair Maricarmen Hernandez and Social Chair Anay Sigala did a fantastic job this year at setting up their events by offering a variety of activities that can include all students and hosting much more than the required number of events.
Alumni Jackie Hernandez, Madeline Milby, Roger Davis-Jahnel, and Nairi Garza-Gomez served on a panel to answer scholars’ questions on adjusting to life during and after college.
The University of Texas at Austin
Keep Austin TERRY
To begin on our highest note — the Pillars of the 40 Acres, a UT recognition program for student organizations, presented us with exemplary status and a $500 award highlighting our commitment to service, excellence, and integrity. Additionally, we were awarded the 2024 Education Mentor Champion Award by Austin Partners for making a positive impact on the lives of students.
Our projects included donating activity kits to Dell’s Children Hospital and supporting displaced immigrants at Casa Marianella. Through creative fundraisers, we sold water bottles to raise money for The Coalition Against Human Trafficking. We’re also glad to report our member engagement reached new highs with 93% of our mentor pairs making a connection and more than 100 Terrys attending at least one event.
Our cohort knows no bounds and scholars are regarded in high esteem as co-founders of a student-led food bank, corporate interns, and campus changemakers. Hook ‘em, Terrys!
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15
554 RAISED AND DONATED $2,334 PROFESSIONAL PANELS & EVENTS
Student Spotlights
Katherine Ospina and Dat Duong founded “West Campus Collective,” a student-led organization that combats food insecurity at UT.
West Campus Collective works under a mutual aid model that defies socioeconomic status divisions and incorporates the collaboration of Co-op housing, Greek Life, and the general population of university students.
Set to feed 800 students a semester, the organization’s mission is to decrease community food waste while feeding students who face food insecurity. Meals are outsourced from Greek Housing food surplus and re-purposed after hours at no cost to university students. This solves inaccessibility to food for students who are economically disadvantaged and seeks to decrease conditions that affect energy levels, overall health, and scholastic performance.
Serving Big & Living Large in Dallas
One of the distinguishing factors of our organization is that we invite other students and campus organizations to join our service and social events to double the impact. We are proud that our work made a positive difference on hungry children, domestic violence victims, families in need, suicide prevention, and a local thrift store and food pantry. Additionally, we made time for personal development at several panels to cover relevant topics like study abroad, internships, networking, study tools, and budgeting — knowledge that empowers our scholars to thrive. Our family enjoyed showing up for each other at university events, entertainment nights, holiday gatherings, and senior graduation. Terrys will continue to serve big and live large at UTD!
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SERVICE EVENTS
SERVICE HOURS
277.5 RAISED AND DONATED $2,500 PROFESSIONAL PANEL & EVENTS
41 Community Impact
4 SOCIAL EVENTS
Student Spotlights
As a Training Lt. in the campus EMT Agency, Mark Salazar has consistently served both his community and the university over the course of his time at UTD.
Alumni Daemion McKeller, Lucas Wick, Roxanne Sanchez welcomed incoming scholars at the First Year Retreat.
Officer Charidan Matties has consistently encouraged other scholars to engage in their community through any means necessary while actively seeking new opportunities to share with scholars.
The University of Texas at El Paso
We Are Familia.
UTEP scholars were stretched out across campus, the city of El Paso, and even the globe as volunteers, interns, research assistants, outreach ambassadors, and a Terry friend to all. Throughout the year, scholars led impactful initiatives such as making 250 donations to the local food bank, walking dogs with Rescue Runners, playing Loteria at Legacy Assisted Living, and painting three houses with Project Move. Several scholars volunteer monthly with Sunny Farms, which is a community for children with special needs and they often tell us how much they appreciate the love. We promoted the Terry Scholarship with high schoolers at Orange & Blue Day, and we hosted scholar workshops all year long to discuss procrastination, job interviews, buying a house, and studying abroad. It was a great year to dig our feet in, and we are #TerryProud!
SERVICE EVENTS
24 SERVICE HOURS
1,007 RAISED AND DONATED $1,516 DONATIONS MADE TO THE LOCAL FOOD BANK
20 Community Impact
250 SOCIAL EVENTS
Student Spotlights
Andrea Nunez studied abroad in Spain and serves as president of the Student Government Association.
Martin Quintana completed research in “Nuclear Research Experiences for Minority Students in Texas” at UT Arlington.
Georgina Bugarin and Bryan Perez, Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP) Scholars, completed internships at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock.
Alexa Rangel served as CUSA SAC Representative and Member.
Tristen Bustillos worked an Internship at McCarthy Building Companies in Beaumont, TX.
Nayeli Martinez interned at Baylor College of Medicine and the Texas Children’s Hospital as a Research Associate.
Kayla Madrid was selected as a Texas Civic Ambassador and Senator At-large for Student Government Association.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
The Ripple Effect of Culture, Service & Community
Our scholars have made a tangible mark on UTSA and San Antonio through community service and social engagements. Terrys addressed food insecurity, homelessness, environmental sustainability, and educational support by volunteering at food banks, making blankets, participating in waterway and neighborhood clean-ups, and mentoring local students. By organizing food and drink fundraisers, hosting charity events, and partnering with local businesses, the cohort successfully mobilized support from the university community and surrounding area. Frequent socials like potluck and Zoo Boo strengthened relationships, support systems, and the university overall.
And there’s more! Many scholars received prestigious invitations to corporate internships, international immersion programs, study abroad opportunities, research programs, graduate schools, and fellowships. Our members make us proud and start a ripple effect of good wherever they go.
24 SERVICE HOURS
28
420 RAISED AND DONATED $2,388 SOCIAL EVENTS
Student Spotlights
Monserrat Rios was accepted into a Japan immersion program for her school of engineering.
Natalia Mata was accepted into a research lab by her professor and the highly competitive Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP), securing an early acceptance into medical school.
Mar Guel interned at Amazon this summer, gaining invaluable industry experience.
Ali Azzam, Brooke Ellerbe, and Emily Leon have been awarded the prestigious Gilman Scholarship to support their study abroad endeavors.
Zenetta Hinojosa received the esteemed Goldwater Scholarship for her research excellence.
Natalie Tucker was honored with an Archer Fellowship award, and Emily Sedd studied in Washington, D.C. through her Archer Fellowship, highlighting their commitment to public service and policy.
Terry Scholar Graduates
Howard and Nancy Terry had an unwavering commitment to education and philanthropy that has changed so many lives, including mine. Attending university, let alone debt-free, seemed like an unattainable dream until the Terry scholarship came into my life...
But beyond the financial support, I’ve been welcomed into the Terry Family with open arms. I’m honored and grateful beyond words to be a part of the Terry Legacy. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in me and investing in my future and countless others...
Here’s to celebrating the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. To the Terry Family and the legacy you’ve built, I raise my cap in heartfelt appreciation and I know Mr. and Mrs. Terry’s impact will resonate with me far beyond these university years.
DOMINIQUE HARRIS, TWU 2020
Being a Terry Scholar has meant the world to me. I will never be able to repay the gift they have given me, but I will always strive to do my best. 6 people on an interview panel believed in me enough to fully fund my education, and I will never forget that.
ALEXIS LOWE, TAMU 2020
Three years ago, I opened an email in the middle of Biology class that changed my life. An email that was not just an answered prayer but also the opportunity of a lifetime.
An adventure in West Texas.
And although West Texas had not been plan A, God’s plans are perfect, and there’s no other place I’d rather be today.
My Texas Tech Terry family has been home and it’s impossible to sum up
what being a Terry Scholar has meant to me or everything it has taught me. But I can say this, being a Terry Scholar is more than just being a student with a full ride. It’s a daily reminder that there’s a group of people who believe in you and your dreams, even when you’re not so sure in yourself. It’s a call those special few that get to call themselves “The Scary Terrys” to chase opportunities without fear, make those friendships, go study abroad (I definitely recommend lol), and give back when you can.
Celebrating this last first day of nursing school would not be possible without the dream and vision of one man who chose to invest in future of many students throughout the state of Texas like me.
I’ll never be able to repay this gift, but I hope to continue to honor the Terry Legacy by making them proud.
To Mr. & Mrs. Terry and to the Terry Foundation: from the bottom of my heart, Gracias.
CYNTHIA CASTILLO,
TTU 2021
Terry Give Back Day
March 22 is Terry Give Back Day, when the Terry Community unites to make a difference through acts of service and philanthropy. 2024 was our second year to organize this day of action, and the Terry Community demonstrated its commitment to making an impact in a variety of ways!
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1,100+
Participation
out of 13 Terry schools represented 13 35 out of 37 Terry award years represented HOURS OF SERVICE
$21,284
TERRYS PARTICIPATED FROM 15 STATES donations to Terry Scholars Fund
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2024 Give Back Day Results
Our 2024 Goal: 322 Examples of Giving Back
Terry Scholars were invited to report their acts of service done in honor of Terry Give Back Day. Both service reports and donations to the Terry Scholars Fund counted toward our goal.
Our
2024
Outcome: 362 Examples of Giving Back
Terry Scholars contributed over 1,100 hours of service, packed hundreds of meals for those in need, cleaned up parks, painted houses, tutored children, comforted shelter animals, and much more. Collectively, we honored the Terry Legacy by giving back to the world around us and using our strengths to provide opportunities for others. examples of service
UTSA: Whataburger Resource Room
UTSA Terry students partnered with the UTSA Whataburger Resource Room to sort and restock food supplies, supporting students experiencing food insecurity.
UTSA: San Antonio Food Bank
For Terry Give Back Day, UTSA Terrys and San Antonio Terry Alumni celebrated by helping assemble 828 senior food boxes, packaging 26,496 pounds of food, and providing 21,199 meals through the San Antonio Food Bank.
TXST: Sewell Park Clean Up
“We celebrated Terry Give Back Day by cleaning our beloved Sewell Park! We picked up any trash in the park and recycled plastic bottles that were found, and we also cleaned the river from any visible trash in the water. As TXST students, we care about our beloved river and use any excuse to beautify it!”
TXST STUDENTS
TTU: Meals on Wheels Cards
“For Terry Give Back Day, our Texas Tech Terry Scholars focused on making a positive impact in our community. Thirty of us participated in creating over 100 personalized cards for our local Meals on Wheels program. Each card was crafted to bring a bit of joy and encouragement to seniors and homebound individuals in our area. The event was both productive and meaningful. It was a great way to give back to the community, help give back in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Terry, and make a difference in the lives of those who benefit from Meals on Wheels.”
TTU STUDENTS
TSAA: Austin Food Bank
TSAA Austin helped pack 8,900 pounds of food and 7,400 meals
Terry Scholar Alumni
Many Stars Come From Texas
The Terry Scholar Alumni Association (TSAA) exists to support the mission, vision, and operations of the Terry Foundation. It provides Terry Scholar Alumni with opportunities to give back to the Terry Community and to the world around them by creating connections among Alumni, facilitating mentorship of current students, and representing the 4 Pillars of the Terry Foundation.
The purpose of each TSAA Chapter shall be the advancement of scholarship, the development of leadership, the promotion of service, and the cultivation of community among Terry Scholar Alumni and Terry Scholars currently on scholarship.
Terry Legacy Day
Many Stars Come From Texas
On November 27, 2023 (Howard Terry’s birthday), the Terry Community celebrated our inaugural Terry Legacy Day and highlighted the magnitude of Howard and Nancy Terry’s investment in Terry Scholars. This was the first time that we formally organized our Terry Community to celebrate the countless stories of Terry Scholars and their loved ones. Participants reflected on the impact of the Terry Foundation Scholarship by submitting their stories to the Foundation, serving as Legacy Day Ambassadors, and sharing what the Terry Scholarship means to them on social media.
150 DONATIONS
$105,296
INVESTED IN TERRY SCHOLARS
The Terry Scholarship created a world of opportunities for me! With the knowledge gained from my International Business degree and my travel experience from studying abroad 5x throughout my undergraduate years at UTSA, I graduated and started my own travel consulting business. I'm now a first-generation female entrepreneur and aim to carry on the Terry Legacy by fostering cultural awareness and education without boundaries in all corners of the globe.
SALMA REYES, UTSA 2012
This includes a generous $35,000 leadership match from a Terry Alumnus who offered to help boost recurring gifts to the Terry Scholars Fund by matching any donations made to initiate a recurring investment in Terry Scholars.
This includes $11,444 raised through 64 donations to Terry Legacy Day Ambassador pages.
It has been more than 20 years since I received a Terry Scholarship. What it means to me has changed and evolved over time. At first, I viewed the scholarship as a reward for my hard work and sacrifice throughout high school. But as time as has passed, I realize that it is so much more than that. It is about being a part of an ever-growing community. The Terry Legacy means to me that I must continue to find ways to lead, to give back, and to contribute both to the Foundation and to my community. In doing so, I do my part to ensure that Howard and Nancy Terry’s legacy of supporting smart, capable, and hardworking Texas students endures.
DAPHNE NEWAZ, UT 1999
Yesterday was a special day for my family and I. Signing the contract for my dream job in public finance with Estrada Hinojosa & Company, Inc. was for us the culmination of three generations of work and dreams. It was validation that my family’s toil in the fields as migrant farm workers or in construction sites have not been in vain. Signing it with my Terry Gold Pen made it even more special, as I was able to honor Mr. Terry and his legacy.
After graduation in May from the The LBJ School of Public Affairs, I will be joining the firm in their South Texas division where I will be able to fulfill my dream of giving back to my beloved Rio Grande Valley and other communities like it...
JOSE SILVA JR., TXST 2018
I love Terrys because we are all proof that dreams are attainable despite the challenges in our lives, and I love the Terry Foundation because they've helped make the little girl in me's dreams come true!
