Donors

Henry D. Barratt Jr. and Madelin Jones Barratt '76 established this scholarship for a rising senior or junior music major in 2001. It was established in honor of former Professor of Music Anne F. Hamer. Mrs. Hamer taught at Mary Washington from 1944 to 1980 and was chair of the music department from 1972-1978. She passed away in 2008.

 

The 1908 Society, formerly known as the Golden Society, is comprised of alumni who graduated 50 (or more) years ago.

Photo: 1908 Society, Alumni Reunion, 2015

Adam Fried established a scholarship to support students in the Honors Program.

In 1941, while studying library science at Mary Washington College as a Bachelor of Liberal Studies student, Adelaide Rosborough married Vincent Ashford Thorpe. As many women did at the time, Adelaide left college when she married. Vincent was production supervisor for recently built Ethyl-Dow, overseeing the manufacture of ethyl gasoline used during World War II. Adelaide volunteered with the Red Cross and USO. After the war, the couple had two daughters and moved to Texas. While her family always came first, Adelaide was committed to helping others. Over the years she received numerous awards for her work with the United Way, Red Cross, Brazoria County Child Welfare, Head Start, Girl Scouts, and Community Chest. A childhood illness instilled an interest in healthcare and she became one of the first "Pink Ladies" at the Brazosport Community Hospital. She later joined the hospital's Board of Trustees and the Brazosport Health Foundation Board. In 2007 she established the Adelaide R. Thorpe Scholarship for promising nursing students. The Brazosport Health Foundation recognized her service by renaming a street within the hospital campus in Adelaide's honor to Thorpe Drive in 2011. Adelaide died in October 2014.

Photo:  Adelaide Rosborough Thorpe

Mr. Alfred Levitt was a multi-faceted artist and a beloved teacher. He immigrated to the United States from Russia in 1911 at the age of 17. In the 1920s, he became an integral part of the circle of artists and intellectuals in Greenwich Village. During the 1940s, Levitt spent summers painting scenes of Gloucester along with Stuart Davis, Milton Avery, Adolph Gottlieb, and others. He contributed generously to the Department of Art and Art History at Mary Washington and wished to encourage young artistic talent. Alfred Levitt died at the age of 105 in 2000. His friend, Sherry Zowader, is the Trustee for the Alfred Levitt Trust and is the donor representative for the Alfred Levitt Memorial Scholarship in Art.

Photo: Alfred Levitt MW TODAY 2001

Alfred and Mary Jane King have lived in the Fredericksburg area for twenty years and are very active in the local community. They have funded an annual scholarship to support political science majors who actively participate in civic engagement.

Photo: Alfred King, 2018

Carolyn Allene Atkinson was born and lived her formative years in Norfolk, Virginia. A graduate of Granby High School, she began her studies at Mary Washington College with the Class of 1956. Allene went on to marry her high school sweetheart, William Sherman Hull, a 1956 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy. As Bill served his country, Allene was by his side, carrying out the duties of a Naval Officer's wife. When Bill entered the private sector, the couple returned to Norfolk and raised their young family of five children. Allene pursued many passions, including golf, tennis, skiing, and flower arranging. She was an active member of area garden clubs and volunteered her time, talent, and treasure with the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. Another constant in her life was her love of and natural talent for the piano; it was said that her hands danced over the keys. Her scholarship honors the memory of Allene Atkinson Hull '56 and her love of music, especially piano, by assisting future generations of UMW students with similar 
passions and academic interests.

Photo: Allene Atkinson Hull ’56

Arthur F. and Donna L. Steinberg are the parents of Justin A. Steinberg, who passed away of leukemia in his sophomore year in 1999; they established a scholarship in his memory. Family friends, Dr. and Mrs. Alton Baker, friends of the Steinberg family, are major contributors to the scholarship.

Alyce Amory Roach '42, with help from her sister, Gwen Amory Cumming '52, established a merit-based award in 1997 to support a worthy student majoring in business administration. The scholarship is named in honor of Mrs. Roach's parents, George and Alma Amory who gave so much throughout their lives to help others. Alyce Roach graduated in 1942 with a degree in business administration. Gwen Cumming currently serves on the UMW Foundation Board and Alumni Association Board of Directors. Alyce passed away in 2014.

Photo: Alyce Amory Roach '42, Battlefield yearbook

Amanda Dresser Gada graduated from UMW in 1995 and was an All-American swimmer during her freshman and sophomore years. Her father, Paul Dresser served on the UMW Board of Visitors from 1992 to 2000, including four years as Rector, and on the Foundation Board from 2001 to 2014. He established scholarships in memory of his first wife, Judith, and in honor of his daughter, Amanda.

Photo: Amanda Dresser Gada '95, Battlefield yearbook

Anne F. Hamer was a former chair of the Music Department at Mary Washington College, where she was on the music faculty for 40 years teaching piano, cello, and various theory courses. She received her Bachelor of Music degree in piano from the University of Michigan in 1936 and her master's degree in cello from Catholic University in 1949. Throughout her career, she played as a soloist and as a member of various orchestras and chamber music groups. In 2002, at age 87, she felt it quite an honor to be able to perform at Carnegie Hall when the Mary Washington College-Community Orchestra was invited to perform. As a girl growing up just outside New York City, Anne had taken lessons in Carnegie Hall, and so this was a special reunion for her.
 
Sidney Hamer owned the Leamington Book Shop in Washington, D.C., which he subsequently relocated to Fredericksburg. He also served as an Instructor in Violincello and Contrabass at Mary Washington in 1943 and 1944. In his musical career, he had the honor of studying with several of the world’s foremost Cellists. His credits include solo cellist with Kosloff Imperial Russian Ballet; Washington String Quartet; Russian String Quartet; Cleveland Symphony; and the Washington Symphony. Sidney passed away in 1973.
 
Anne established the Anne and Sidney Hamer Music Award in 1980 to honor her husband’s memory. Anne passed away in 2008 at the age of 93. Shortly before her death, she said, "Life has been very good to me and I hope that I have been very good to life." Their son, Hal, is the family representative for the award.


Photo: Anne Hamer
 

Mrs. Anne Flythe McCutcheon '51 established a scholarship in 2008 in memory of her husband, Joseph. He was a 1951 graduate of Washington and Lee University and later became a certified public accountant. Mr. McCutcheon combined his love of sports and his business experience into a successful career. He was a three-year starter for Washington and Lee's football team and was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1951 NFL draft. He served in the Army for a year and then played briefly in the Canadian Football League. He was inducted to Washington and Lee's Generals Athletics Hall of Fame in 2002. Mrs. McCutcheon helped rear the couple's two children and pursued a career in higher education administration at Virginia Commonwealth University and in the North Carolina Community College system.

Photo: Anne Flythe McCutcheon '51, Battlefield 1951
Joe McCutcheon, generalssports.com hall of fame

Anne Hope Scott '59 spent her working career with the U. S. Food and Drug Administration.  A chemist in FDA field offices in Atlanta, New Orleans and Baltimore, she finished her career at the headquarters offices in Rockville, Maryland as a Consumer Safety Officer.

Anne established this scholarship through her estate in grateful recognition of the Department of Chemistry and its faculty during her years of study while attending Mary Washington College.  The representative for this scholarship is her executor, Mary Hoferek, and friend, Emily Untermeyer.

Photo: Battlefield yearbook, 1959

Anne Marie “Anne” Thompson Steen and Daniel "Dan" Steen are dedicated and loyal supporters of Mary Washington. Their in-depth involvement began during their undergraduate years. Each of them held leadership positions on campus, each served as president of the Student Association, and Anne was the first official student representative on the Board of Visitors. After graduation, Dan earned a law degree from the University of Virginia. Anne has a master’s degree in counselor education from the University of Virginia and is currently Executive Director of Georgetown University's Walsh School of Foreign Service Graduate Career Center.
 
Dan served as a member of the UMW Alumni Association Board of Directors and was a member and Rector of the UMW Board of Visitors. Anne served as Vice President of the Mary Washington Alumni Association and currently serves on the UMW Foundation Board. Each received the Alumni Association’s Outstanding Young Alumnus Award – Anne in 1988 and Dan in 1989. From 2012 through 2016, the Steens were National Chairs of the Mary Washington First Campaign. They established a scholarship in 2020 to assist and encourage future generations of Mary Washington students to achieve a college education.

Anne Sipple established a scholarship with her daughter, Noel Sipple '62, in 2007. Noel said her parents, Herbert and Anne Sipple, taught her the importance of education through personal example. After graduating from Mary Washington in 1962, Noel received a master's degree and a Ph.D. at the University of Wisconsin and went on to teach in the community college system for more than 30 years.

Photo: Noel Sipple '62

Anne Tooke graduated from Mary Washington College in 1968. She worked as a social worker and psychotherapist for more than 30 years. Ms. Tooke, Donna Sheehan Gladis '68, Elizabeth Stillman Greenwood '68, and Sheila Spivey Hume '68 established a scholarship in 1971 in honor of their friend, Lynn Ruby '68 who died unexpectedly. In the words of her friends, "Lynn Ruby was a wonderful young woman who made our days at Mary Washington more fun and who was an amazing history teacher and mentor for high school students."

Photo: Lynn Ruby, 1968

Mrs. Annie Patterson Gardner '47 said a generous benefactor helped her during her time at Mary Washington. After graduation, Mrs. Gardner became a teacher and assisted her two sisters while they were attending college. She established a scholarship in 2002 to help UMW students pursue their dream of an education. Mrs. Gardner passed away in 2011. The President of the UMW Alumni Association serves as the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Annie Patterson Gardner '47, Battlefield yearbook, 1947

Arabelle Laws Arrington '41 fell in love with Mary Washington when she and her mother, Blanche Laws, first visited campus in 1937. In turn, Arrington made it possible for others to attend the University, and she gave tirelessly to ensure that "her school" maintained and honed its excellence. Throughout most of her 89 years, Arrington gave generously to Mary Washington, including substantial gifts to the Fund for Mary Washington, the Jepson Alumni Executive Center, and Friends of the Philharmonic Orchestra. She established challenge grants to fund Arrington Scholarships for children of UMW faculty and staff. In a 2006 interview, she said "I would like for young people not to have to struggle to pay for school. If I can alleviate some of those fears about how to pay for college, I will be happy." In 1998 Mrs. Arrington was honored with the Mary Washington doctorate of humane letters for service on the Board of Visitors, Alumni Association Board of Directors, and Foundation Board of Directors. Mrs. Arrington died on November 2, 2010. The President of the University of Mary Washington serves as the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Arabelle Laws Arrington '41, Board of Visitors, 1964

Veronica S. Johnson was born and raised in Mt. Kisco, N.Y., where she graduated in 1953 from St. Mary's High School in Katonah, N.Y. In 1955, she married her high school sweetheart and classmate, Arney, a Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps. During the next 28 years as a Marine wife, she became an accomplished horsewoman showing her beloved American Quarter horses, training horses, and teaching both Western and English Equestrian. Arney and Veronica moved to Fauquier, VA, in 1976, and she graduated from Mary Washington College with a degree in Historic Preservation in 1989. She worked for an archaeology firm for a number of years, volunteered for the Fredericksburg Area Museum and was involved in preserving historical records at the Fredericksburg Courthouse. She enjoyed singing in choirs and at care facilities. One of her cherished memories was performing with the Fredericksburg Singers during their concert tour in the British Isles. Arney and Veronica loved to travel and visited 28 countries in 30 years. She was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2011 and passed away in February 2017. Arney established this endowed scholarship in memory of Veronica and to honor her love of historic preservation.

Photo: Veronica S. Johnson '89

Arthur F. and Donna L. Steinberg are the parents of Justin A. Steinberg, who passed away of leukemia in his sophomore year in 1999; they established a scholarship in his memory. Family friends, Dr. and Mrs. Alton Baker are major contributors to the scholarship. Photo: Art and Donna Steinberg with scholarship recipient, 2014 Donor Luncheon

Founded in 1988 by internationally renowned harpist Heidi Lehwalder and other visionary arts lovers of this community, the Fredericksburg Festival of the Arts evolved from a small, world-class chamber music festival into a premier, year-round presenter of the performing arts in the Rappahannock region. In 2011, the name was changed to the Fredericksburg Festival of the Performing Arts (FFPA) and an identifying line was added to capture the motivating force of the organization: educating • inspiring • celebrating since 1988. In 2017, FFPA changed its name to ArtsLIVE!   
 

In 2022, ArtsLIVE! began using campus facilities for their annual chamber music festival.  In recognition of the University offering its facilities at no cost, ArtsLIVE! plans to contribute a portion of each year’s event proceeds to support music scholarships at UMW.

This scholarship was established in 1993 by Union Bank & Trust, part of Union Bankshares Corporation (UBSH), the largest community bank headquartered in Virginia, in appreciation of the role the University plays in the local community.
Union Bank and Trust merged with First Market Bank in 2010, changing the name to Union First Market Bank. In 2015 the bank was renamed to Union Bank and Trust. In May 2019, the bank name changed to Atlantic Union Bank.


 

Linden White was a member of the University of Mary Washington Foundation Board of Directors from 1985 - 2005. He was the owner and CEO of L. White & Company, a commercial, institutional, and industrial general contractor. His company designed and built over thirteen hundred projects in Virginia and Maryland over a thirty-one-year period. He received his B.S. in Architectural Engineering, Engineering, and Structural Engineering from Virginia Tech in 1965. In 1990, Mr. White and his wife, Audrey, established a scholarship to honor his parents, Shirley L. and Jean D. White. Linden White passed away in 2021.

Photo: UMW Foundation Board of Directors from 1985 - 2005

J. Binford Walford was a talented architect who designed many of the buildings on campus. He was from Richmond and designed other college buildings in the 1930s and 1940s. His wife, Aurelia B. Walford, established the Aurelia B. Walford Scholarships in Music and the J. Binford Walford Scholarships in Architecture. The department chairs are the contacts for the scholarships.

Photo: Sketch of Randolph and Mason Halls designed by J. Binford Walford

Banduri is a 100% Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB). Motivated by the challenges they faced personally and professionally and their successes, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Christine Goodwin and Chief Operating Officer (COO) Julianne Skinner are passionate about creating opportunities for students who face significant obstacles. They established this scholarship to support students who have experienced hardship, believing that by doing so, they can help build a more diverse and inclusive future in business leadership and the technology industry. This fund affirms its commitment to fostering resilience, innovation, and diversity in the next generation of future leaders in business and technology.

Barb Heyl '81 was a friend, field hockey teammate and classmate of Mary Siegrist Hinz '81 at Mary Washington. After graduation from Mary Washington with a B.S. in Biology, Barb attended George Washington University's physician assistant program. She specializes in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery. Barb is a major donor of the scholarship established to honor Mary's memory as well as other programs at UMW.

Photo: Barb Heyl '81; Mary Siegrist Hinz '81, Battlefield yearbook

Fredericksburg resident, Barbara Alden, was the library archivist at Mary Washington from 1962 to 1974. Through a bequest in her estate, Miss Alden provided a stipend to Mary Washington College President Dr. Grellet Simpson and also established the Dorothy and Grellet Simpson Chair in English. Dr. and Mrs. Simpson later honored Miss Alden by establishing a scholarship in her name. Barbara Alden earned bachelor's and master's degrees from Wellesley College and a doctorate from the University of Chicago. She taught English literature at Women's College of the University of Delaware, University of Chicago, Converse College, Wells College, Pfeiffer College, and The George Washington University before coming to Mary Washington College in 1962. Ms. Alden passed away February 15, 1990. The President of the UMW Alumni Association serves as the contact for these scholarships.

Photo: Barbara Allen, 1974

Barbara A. Bennett '70 majored in history at Mary Washington and graduated in 1970. Growing up in South Boston, a small town in rural Halifax County, Virginia, Ms. Bennett values how her experience at Mary Washington College expanded her world view and provided opportunities she would not otherwise have had. Ms. Bennett wishes to assist other students from this area and established a scholarship in 2010 in memory of her father, Jesse B. Bennett.

Photo:  Barbara Bennett '70 with scholarship recipient, 2014 Donor Luncheon

Barbara Crickenberger Hall studied theatre and history at Mary Washington College, graduating in 1969, and then did graduate work at American and George Washington Universities. Barbara's career spans 43 years working in national and international nonprofit organizations and in the Federal Government. She served as the chief development officer at National Public Radio (NPR), The Phillips Collection, The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. Fast Company selected her as one of the Fast 50 in 2005 for her work as NPR's Vice President for Development and Executive Director of the NPR Foundation which she helped establish. She also was an adjunct professor in the Arts Management Graduate Program at American University. UMW honored Barbara with a Distinguished Alumnus Award in 2006.

Barbara Forgione was born in 1948, in New York, NY, the daughter of Ajera “Jean” and Donato.

“Dan” Forgione. She grew up in Fairfax, VA, and graduated from Fairfax High School. Desiring to be a teacher, Barbara chose to attend what was then Mary Washington College, entering during the summer of 1966. She earned her B.A. in English/Secondary Education, graduating in 1970. 

  While attending Mary Washington, a classmate set Barbara up on a blind date with Bruce Tansey. The two got married in 1970 and welcomed daughter Lisa in 1974. During Barbara’s teaching career, she was an adult education instructor at the U.S. Army Education Center at Ft. Meade, MD. For nearly 15 years, Barbara served as an executive assistant. 

Barbara was a devoted military spouse for 42 years, and while Bruce served his country in the U.S. Army for 25 years, the family lived in North Carolina, Georgia, Arizona, Germany, and Maryland. During early retirement in Tennessee, Barbara volunteered to teach English as a second language to local high school students. After her husband passed in 2012, Barbara moved to Chesapeake, VA, to be near family. She volunteered at her grandson’s elementary school, was active at her church, delighted in gardening, and caring for her adopted rescue dog Maggie. Barbara supported many charitable causes, including the American Cancer Society, Samaritan’s Purse, the U.S.O., Tunnel to Towers, and a variety of animal non-profit organizations.

Barbara was loved by many and remembered for her caring nature, thoughtfulness, and generosity. Baking brought her joy, and she was famous for her holiday desserts and baklava. She cherished her time at Mary Washington College and enjoyed reconnecting with friends at class reunions. Barbara passed away at the age of 75 in September 2023. A four-time cancer survivor, Barbara leaves behind a legacy of strength and grace. Her daughter, Lisa, established this scholarship in her memory to afford future generations of Mary Washington students the opportunity of a college education and a fulfilling life. 

Photo: Barbara Forgione Tansey

Barbara Gary graduated from the University of Mary Washington in 2005 with a bachelor's degree in liberal studies, with a focus on religion. She received her master's degree from George Mason University and her Doctorate in Religion from Columbia Evangelical Seminary. Barbara enjoyed a long career with the Environmental Protection Agency.  Barbara values higher education and established a scholarship to help future generations enjoy an excellent educational experience and the opportunities it provides.

Photo: Barbara Gary '05, 2001 Battlefield yearbook

Barbara Jean Blakeman Reed was a non-traditional student who earned a Bachelor of Liberal Studies degree from the University of Mary Washington in 2001. Before enrolling at Mary Washington she earned credits from the University of Colorado at Boulder, the University of Northern Colorado, and Monterey Peninsula College in California. The scholarships she received as a student helped her focus on school and finish her degree. Barbara went on to a successful career and taught at Germanna Community College as an adjunct professor. She is grateful for the experience she had at Mary Washington and endowed a scholarship through her estate plans to assist future students, like herself, obtain a college education. She died in 2020.

Barbara's daughter, Kristen McCracken, serves as the family representative for the scholarship.

Barbara Thomas Phillips graduated from the University of Mary Washington in 1948 with a degree in English. For many years, she pursued a career as a freelance writer with publications in such magazines as New York and Vogue. She and her husband, Warren, founded Bridge Works Publishing. Mr. Phillips passed away in May 2019. A President's Council member since 1989, Mrs. Phillips has been a generous and longtime supporter of the University of Mary Washington. In 2000, she endowed a scholarship to benefit students who display a talent for creative writing.

Photo: Barbara Thomas Phillips, Battlefield yearbook, 1948

Barnes and Noble College which has operated the UMW Bookstore since 2019 contributes funds annually to support student textbook and classroom materials purchases.
 

 Barrett Brooks and Janet Stoeke are the parents of Elliott Morgan Brooks '19. They created a scholarship in 2023 named in his memory. Elliott Brooks was born with an intellectually curious and brilliant mind. He could be ridiculously funny. Despite a healthy dose of cynicism, he believed humanity could avoid the self-imposed tragedies between civilizations by being well-educated about the past. At UMW he had access to a broad understanding of the triumphs and utter disasters brought on by those who hold political power. Elliott earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and American Studies from UMW in 2019.
 

Barry R. Johnson established a scholarship in 1987 in memory of his wife Patricia Hutton Johnson.  She was enrolled in the Bachelor of Liberal Studies program while working at the Naval Surface Weapons Center at Dahlgren. In July 1986, Patricia was involved in a fatal automobile accident.

Photo: Barry R. Johnson

Retired after a 39-year career as CEO of Quarles Petroleum, Ben Wafle is a long-term UMW supporter and a past member of the UMW Foundation Board of Directors. In 2014, he established a scholarship in memory of his parents, Ferris and Phyllis Teed Wafle '37. For more than four decades, Ferris and Phyllis Wafle were life-long public school educators with a passion for teaching and learning. Ferris was a principal and administrator, and Phyllis was a teacher of foreign languages, English, and Latin. Phyllis graduated from Mary Washington in 1937 with a French major and Latin and history minors. The majority of the Wafles' educational careers were spent with the Stafford County school system.

Photo: Ben Wafle, 2015
Photo: Phyllis Teed Wafle '37, Battlefield yearbook

In 1990, a gift from Mr. and Mrs. Walter H. Lowry was made through the Benjamin T. Pitts Foundation to honor Mrs. Lowry's father, Benjamin T. Pitts. Benjamin Pitts was a state senator representing Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Orange, Goochland, and Louisa counties from 1944 until 1958 when he resigned due to poor health. Earlier in his career, he was appointed to the Fredericksburg City Council and served from 1933 - 1940. He owned a successful chain of movie theaters throughout the state, including downtown Fredericksburg's Colonial Theater. Mr. Pitts was five times president of the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce and served a two-year term as the state director. He was also a director of Farmers & Merchants State Bank. The Benjamin T. Pitts Foundation distributed college scholarships to deserving high school seniors throughout the area. He died in 1964. The Dean of the College of Business serves as the contact for this scholarship.

Dr. Bernard and Mrs. Denise Silvia Mansheim '01 funded a scholarship to offer assistance to students pursuing an interest in historic preservation. Mrs. Mansheim received her degree with a major in historic preservation.

Marilyn Shull Black '69 established a scholarship in honor of Professor Emeritus Bernard L. Mahoney, Jr.  When she reflects back on her days at Mary Washington, she pictures herself in a chemistry class in Combs Hall listening to an enthusiastic professor with a funny, Bostonian accent.

“Dr. Mahoney had an outgoing personality; he was engaging, and he showed me I could actually solve problems,” Black said. “His passion for chemistry was the spark that ignited my future.”

Bernard Mahoney joined the faculty at Mary Washington College in January 1965. Through his years at Mary Washington, he has played a significant role in the college becoming co-educational, establishing an internship for credit program, and creating the Bachelor of Liberal Studies program at the college. Among his many leadership positions, he served as chair of the department for 12 years.

At recipient of the Grellet C. Simpson Award for excellence in undergraduate teaching, Mahoney holds bachelor's and master's degrees from Boston College and a doctorate from the University of New Hampshire. He retired in 2002. He and his wife Kathleen continue to live in Fredericksburg and maintain strong and active ties to the UMW community. Kathy is the current president of the Retired Faculty Wives and Retired Faculty Women's Club.

Photo:  Bernard Mahoney, Jr.
Photo:  Kathy Mahoney, Annual Donor Appreciation Luncheon 2019


 

In 1987, Elizabeth Fischer Gore '49 established a scholarship in memory of her sister, Martha, who graduated from Mary Washington in 1947.


Photo: Elizabeth Fischer Gore, Battlefield yearbook, 1949; Carolyn Gore-Ashe and Betty Fischer Gore '49, 2018 Donor Appreciation Luncheon
 

Mrs. Bettye Buskell McLaskey graduated in 1934 from Mary Washington which was then known as the State Teachers College at Fredericksburg with a bachelor's degree. She established a scholarship through her estate. The President of the UMW Alumni Association serves as the contact for this scholarship.

Photo:  Bettye Buskell McLaskey '34
 

Mr. and Mrs. Doumas were instrumental in the establishment of more than seven scholarships at UMW. Bill and Ann Strickler Doumas '55 have been active members of the local UMW alumni chapter and are major contributors to the University.

Photo: Bill and Ann Strickler Doumas '55
Photo:  Ann Strickler, Battlefield 1955

Kendra Lynn Williams was born on June 11, 1973 in Buffalo, New York. She was an avid reader and writer and became very active in her high school newspaper, including becoming editor in her senior year. Attendance at a weekend workshop for high school newspaper editors at Columbia University (NYC) cemented her college choice of Mary Washington College, as two of the lecturing professors had gotten their bachelor's degrees there.

Kendra spent four exciting years at Mary Washington where she took an active role in the campus newspaper, including serving as editor in her senior year and writing several articles for the Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star. She continued her education at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne where she received her master's degree in journalism. Her career started as a writer and editor for local newspapers in Chicago, IL and Winchester, VA. Although she was just beginning her journey, she always made time to mentor and help other journalists. As one of her many mentees put it, "She used her voice, and her talent, to help us find ours." In 2004, she accepted a position with Midwest Living Magazine in Des Moines, IA as a copy chief. When a vacancy occurred for the senior travel editor, she jumped at the chance to apply for her "dream job." Although her tenure was short, she became an award-winning travel editor and was much sought after among the midwestern states' travel and tourism industry.

Kendra was also a loving wife and mother. When she felt that her job was taking too much time away from family, she packed them up and took them with her. For the first several years of her son's life, he thought everyone who traveled was lavished with luxury hotel rooms, free tickets to baseball games, and other benefits associated with Kendra's status as an in-demand travel editor. Sadly, her dream job came to an end when on a biking trip to Missouri. After yet another fall, she could no longer deny the symptoms that would later be diagnosed as Primary Progressive MS. After leaving Midwest Living in 2014, she used her extensive writing skills to create a website focusing on travel for people with physical handicaps. The national MS Society used her experience to help others with MS overcome the barriers faced by people with physical challenges. A year later, Kendra was diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome, a blood cancer that eventually became leukemia. On September 2, 2019, Kendra lost her battle and began her eternal journey.

Bill and Pat both spent more than thirty years working as engineers in the oil and gas industry. They are currently retired and living on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Bill spends his time woodworking and listening to classical music. Pat loves to cook, quilt, and read books. They decided to create this scholarship to honor Kendra's lifelong love of writing and giving back to others who need a helping hand.

Biosystems Consulting, Inc. provided a generous grant to support student interns working on the Rappahannock River Ecological Park Project.

An anonymous donor recommends that the Blueberry Hill AGM Foundation fund the Grampa Joe Scholarship annually. Future scholarships depend on the donor's annual gifts. Please send thank you letters to the Blueberry Hill AGM Foundation Grant Manager.

Jean Craig Gough established this scholarship in honor of Howard and Agnes Carey, neighbors who took her in after she was orphaned as a teenager. With the lifeline of love and stability provided by the Careys, Jean was able to flourish in high school and at what was then Mary Washington College. Jean established a scholarship to honor the Careys and to serve as a lifeline to a deserving UMW undergraduate.

Photo: Jean Craig Gough '62

Karen Perry graduated from Mary Washington with an interdisciplinary studies degree in 1999, married Brandon Perry, and settled in North Carolina. As parents of three sons, Brandon and Karen recognize the importance of experiential learning, particularly in the field of teacher education. They established a scholarship in 2015 to alleviate the financial burdens of student teachers.

Professor Emeritus Bulent Atalay has inspired countless students. And his grateful students and their families have established two scholarships in his honor.

Bulent I. Atalay started his career at Mary Washington in 1966, when he was completing a doctoral dissertation on theoretical nuclear physics at Georgetown University, where he also earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For more than four decades, his passion for art and archaeology has been incorporated into his class lectures. A gifted speaker and scholar, Dr. Atalay has won international recognition for his professional presentations and lectures, and his published books, articles and reviews. His recent books include “Leonardo’s Universe: the Renaissance World of Leonardo da Vinci” and “Math and the Mona Lisa: the Art and Science of Leonardo da Vinci.”

An accomplished artist, Dr. Atalay also has produced two books of lithographs, “Lands of Washington: Impressions in Ink” and “Oxford and the English Countryside.” Some of his works are part of collections in The White House, Buckingham Palace, and the Smithsonian Institution.

At UMW, Dr. Atalay was the recipient of the Simpson Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching in 1998 and the 2004 Student Council Excellence in Teaching award for the physics department. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the Association of Members of the Institute for Advanced Study, American Physical Society and the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities and Public Policy.

He and his wife Carol continue to make their home in Fredericksburg.

Virginia Powell attended Mary Washington College. She has a love of music. She and her husband, C. Franklin Powell, were loyal supporters of the UMW Philharmonic Orchestra for many years. In 2012 Mr. Powell established a scholarship in his wife's honor. Mr. Powell passed away in July 2020.

Photo: Franklin and Virginia Powell with scholarship recipient 2015 Donor Luncheon

Lee Wingate Keith Pappandreou '40 studied theater at Mary Washington and was an avid supporter and admirer of theater. Her husband, C.J. established a scholarship in her honor in 2000. Lee Pappandreou died in 1997 and C.J. Pappandreou died in 2008. Patricia Davis Dreher is their niece and serves as the family representative for the scholarship.

Photo: Lee Wingate Keith Pappandreou '40, Battlefield Yearbook, 1940

Miss Carey Harding '47 and her brother Dr. John Harding established a scholarship in memory of their mother Florence Elizabeth Jett Carey Harding Class of 1918. The Harding family has lived on the Northern Neck of Virginia since the seventeenth century. Florence Harding fondly remembered her time at the State Normal and Industrial School for Women, as Mary Washington was known then, as the happiest days of her life. She journeyed to campus by taking a steamboat from Reedville to Baltimore, where she boarded a train to Fredericksburg. Carey Harding majored in English and taught in Richmond area schools for many years. She lives on the Northern Neck.

Photo: Marion Carey Harding '47, Battlefield yearbook 1947
Florence Carey Harding 1918, Battlefield yearbook, 1917

Carl Zirkle provided the funds to establish a scholarship in memory of his late wife, Karen Peters Zirkle '74. Mrs. Zirkle was a longtime member of the UMW Alumni Board of Directors and was actively involved in community service in the Fredericksburg area. She died in 1998.

Photo: Karen Peters Zirkle '74, Battlefield yearbook, 1974

Carol Muldoon Martel '68 majored in German and studied abroad in Vienna and Freiburg during her junior year at Mary Washington. After graduation, she continued her education and received a graduate degree and then began her career in international business. She and her husband, Carlos, established a scholarship in 2008 to promote study abroad.

Photo: Carlos and Carol Martel with scholarship recipient, 2014 Donor Luncheon

Carol Cooper graduated from Mary Washington College in 1955. She received a master's degree in social work from the University of Pennsylvania in 1959 and a master's degree in business administration from Averett College in 1987. Ms. Cooper values her experience at Mary Washington College and wishes to assist future generations of Mary Washington students.

Photo: Carol Cooper '55, Battlefield yearbook, 1955

Carol transferred to Mary Washington after completing her freshman year at Wilson College in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. She completed her degree at UMW with a BS in mathematics in 1959. Carol went on to teach high school math in Southern Maryland; while there, she was awaiting a security clearance to begin a new job in Dahlgren Navel Weapons Laboratory. She worked in the navy for ten months before meeting and marrying her husband, Joseph Condon. Carol moved to Evanston, Illinois, where Joseph attended grad school and eventually graduated with his Ph.D. in physics. Carol was an assistant for Northwestern as she helped researchers working on their PhDs. Carol would manually compile and reduce large amounts of data to support dissertation work, all before computers were even available for those tasks. Carol passed the award in 2023. Her niece, Katherine Condon, is the family representative.


Photo: Carol Merkinger, Battlefield, 1959
 

Dr. Caroline B. Sinclair was professor of physical education at Mary Washington from 1934-1941 and helped establish the varsity sports program. She created a scholarship as a lasting tribute to her sister, Indie Lowry Sinclair '25. Dr. Sinclair was inducted into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame in 1996 at the age of 91. James J. Sinclair, their nephew, serves as the family representative for the scholarship.

Photo: Dr. Caroline Sinclair, 1941 Battlefield yearbook

Carolyn P. Foley and Edward Morawetz, Jr., established a scholarship in memory of their son, Christopher E. Morawetz. Chris was a compassionate, funny, sensitive, and intelligent student at Mary Washington who planned to study religion and philosophy. He passed away in 2008 after suffering complications from a treatment for Crohn's Disease. His parents also dedicated a bench and linden tree on Palmieri
Plaza in his memory.

Photo: Christopher E. Morawetz

Dr. Carrol H. Quenzel, known as 'Dr. Q.' was a librarian and professor of history at Mary Washington from 1943 to 1968. His widow, Mrs. Lula Quenzel, established a scholarship in his memory through her estate in 1972. The University Librarian is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Dr. Carrol H. Quenzel, 1965 Battlefield yearbook

After graduation in 1936, Catherine Brown Simpson '36 taught in both Orange County and Vinton, Virginia, and then began a 30-year career with the Bureau of Standards in Washington, D.C. She established a scholarship through her estate in 2002. Her niece, Ms. Tracey Hampson, serves as family representative for the scholarship.

Photo: Catherine Brown Simpson '36, Battlefield yearbook 1936

Catherine Findley '65 has funded a scholarship in honor of her family. The James W. Tyler family are a prominent Northern Virginia family from Arlington, Virginia, and many family members attended Wakefield High School and Mary Washington.

Catherine Swaffin Howard '59 and Patricia Swaffin Cayton are the sisters of Esther Swaffin who was killed in a car accident her senior year at Mary Washington. Her family and classmates contributed generously to establish this scholarship in 1965. Both Catherine Howard and Patricia Cayton are family representatives for the scholarship.

Photo: Esther M. Swaffin,1965 Battlefield yearbook

Charles A. Kramer was the president of the Farmers and Merchants Bank located in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Both Charles and Lenore were devoted patrons of the Mary Washington College-Community Symphony Orchestra, and Lenore was particularly fond of stringed instruments. The Kramers were the first patrons to endow an orchestra scholarship in 1991. Mary Washington student Marilyn Morgan Jorgensen '64 was like an 'adopted' daughter to Charles and Lenore and they kept in touch over the years. After Lenore and Charles passed away, Marilyn asked to be the family representative for the scholarship.

Photo: Marilyn Morgan Jergensen '64, Battlefield yearbook

Charles H. Foster, members of the UMW Board of Visitors, friends, and family of the late Elizabeth "Betty" Foster established this scholarship in 2011 to honor her memory. After graduation from Mary Washington in 1969, Mrs. Foster worked for IBM in Richmond and was active on several boards. She served on the Maymont Foundation Board, the Medical College of Virginia Hospitals Auxiliary, and the UMW Board of Visitors.

Photo: Elizabeth "Betty" Ferguson Foster '69, Battlefield yearbook, 1969

Originally from southwestern Virginia and an alumna of Westhampton College, Mrs. Mary Wynn McDaniel participated in bands and orchestras throughout high school and college. She and her husband, Charles G. McDaniel, have been longtime supporters of the UMW Philharmonic Orchestra program, and each has served as chair of the orchestra board. In 2012, Mrs. McDaniel funded an endowment to provide a scholarship to a talented student musician.

Charles Neatrour established a scholarship in memory of his wife, Elizabeth, and one of her UMW professors, Dr. Mary Ellen Stephenson, in 2003. Elizabeth B. Neatrour '54 graduated from Mary Washington with a major in French. The following year, she received a Fulbright/French government award to study and teach in France. She served as an honored professor at James Madison University for nearly 40 years, and received numerous awards, including the Pushkin Medal from the American Academy of Teachers of Russian and the Mary Washington Distinguished Alumnus Award. Dr. Mary Ellen Stephenson, an Associate Professor of Spanish at UMW for more than 30 years, was the class sponsor for the Class of 1954. Dr. Neatrour's son, Dr. G. Peyton Neatrour, is also a family representative for the scholarship.

Photo: Betty Baylor Neatrour '54, Battlefield yearbook, 1954

Camilla Moody Payne, a 1929 graduate, majored in History and minored in English and French. She was the recipient of the Washington Medal, which recognizes individuals for service to Mary Washington. Mr. and Mrs. Payne established a scholarship in 1992 to benefit historic preservation majors. The chair of UMW's Department of Historic Preservation is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Camilla Moody Payne '29, Battlefield yearbook, 1929

Chi Beta Phi is an interdisciplinary scientific honorary for undergraduates. An affiliate society of The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) since 1935, the object of this organization is to promote interest in science and to give recognition to scholarly attainment in science. Society members endowed a scholarship as a tribute to Chemistry Professor Dr. Earl G. Insley who taught at Mary Washington from the early 1940s until his retirement in 1975. Dr. April Wynn and Dr. Randall Reif are the faculty representatives for the scholarship.

Photo: Professor Earl G. Insley

Clare Anita Woodell Houseman is a nurse psychotherapist with a distinguished career. She got her start at Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia in the autumn of 1966 and transferred to the University of Virginia in 1968 to complete a BSN with distinction in 1970. Clare continued her education, earning an MN with honors from the University of Florida in 1972 and a Ph.D. from the University of Texas in 1985, specializing in psychiatric nursing. Over the course of her career, she has worked as a practitioner, educator administrator, and Army Reserve Nurse Corps officer in clinical, educational, and academic settings.   

Through her life experiences, Clare has come to appreciate the many benefits of interacting with people from other cultures. She funded a scholarship to attract international students to attend UMW and encourage them to learn about American life and feel comfortable sharing their culture and customs with the Mary Washington community. 

As part of its 50th Reunion project, the class of 1936 established a scholarship in recognition of Dr. Alvey’s many years of leadership and service to Mary Washington. Always an educator, he was dean for more than 30 years and served as interim president for a short time during the 1950s. Dean Alvey was awarded an honorary doctorate of humane letters in 1977 and achieved the status of dean emeritus in 1984. He also wrote several local history pieces, including the 682-page History of Mary Washington College, 1908-1972. The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Dean Edward Alvey, 1940

The Class of 1937 endowed a scholarship in 1987 to honor Mrs. Nina G. Bushnell, who served as Dean of Women from 1921 to 1950. Mrs. Bushnell taught Latin at Reidsville High School and English at Winthrop College before coming to MWC.  She also worked in France during World War I with a Virginia unit of the YWCA. Mrs. Bushnell served as the social director of the College and supervised all programs for recreation and entertainment.

The President of UMW is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Nina G. Bushnell, Dean of Women

The Class of 1939 established a scholarship to honor Professor Eileen Kramer Dodd. Dr. Dodd was a psychology professor at Mary Washington College for 44 years. She began her tenure at Mary Washington in 1926—becoming the first woman on the faculty with a Ph.D. Dr. Dodd served as an adviser to many student organizations and led a variety of faculty committees and activities. She chaired the psychology department for 18 years. In 1980, Mary Washington College renamed the former George Washington Auditorium the Eileen Kramer Dodd Auditorium. 

The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the scholarship representative.

Photo: Eileen Kramer Dodd, 1965

In honor of their 50th class reunion, members of the Class of 1940 established a scholarship to honor Dr. Oscar H. Darter, professor of history and chair of the department. Major contributors included Virginia Lewis Dalton '40 and Lela Deere Darter '29, Professor Darter's widow.

The chair of the Department of History and American Studies is the representative for this scholarship.

Photo: Dr. Oscar H. Darter, 1940

In honor of their 50th class reunion, members of the Class of 1941 established the Mildred McMurtry Bolling Memorial Scholarship. Mrs. Bolling was a professor of foreign languages for 43 years and helped establish Mary Washington's language clubs, study abroad programs, and academic language requirements.

The President of UMW is the representative for this scholarship.

Photo: Mildred McMurtry Bolling, Battlefield yearbook, 1941

In celebration of its 50th reunion, the Class of 1942 established the James Harvey Dodd Scholarship in Business Administration. Professor Dodd taught commercial education from 1928 until 1962.

The Dean of the College of Education is the scholarship representative.

Photo: James H. Dodd, Battlefield yearbook, 1942

In 1988, the Class of 1943 established a scholarship to honor its 45th class reunion in memory of Professor of Music Levin J. Houston III. The Class of '43 recognized Houston for his constant support for, and rapport with, the student body. 

The UMW AA also serves as the contact for scholarships created by generous alumni when there is no donor representative. Jenifer Blair '82 is the current president of the Alumni Association.

Photo: Levin J. Houston III, 1946

In 1987, Nancy Duval Andrews '44 was inspired to create the Class of 1944 Memorial Scholarship in memory of former 1944 classmates. Other members of the Class of 1944 also contributed to the scholarship.

The UMW AA serves as the contact for scholarships created by generous alumni when there is no longer a donor representative. Jenifer Blair '82 is the current president of the Alumni Association.

Photo: Alumnae Daughters, Battlefield yearbook, 1944

In 1995, the Class of 1945 established a scholarship to honor its 50th class reunion."We look back only with the thought of learning from the past to build a better future; a future in which there is hope for every man, regardless of creed or color; a future in which the drone of planes overhead will no longer inspire fear; a future in which our letters will no longer have "free" in the upper right-hand corner but where there will be written in the face and heart of every man the word "freedom." Battlefield yearbook, 1945

The UMW AA also serves as the contact for scholarships created by generous alumni when there is no donor representative. Jenifer Blair '82 is the current president of the Alumni Association.

Photo: Senior Class Officers, Battlefield yearbook, 1945

In 1996, the Class of 1946 established a scholarship to honor its 50th class reunion. "We, who have quietly withdrawn ourselves from these years of conflict in our preparation for future service, are the Class of Forty-six, who now emerge to take our rightful place in shaping the pattern of tomorrow -- in so doing shall we achieve our new beginning." Battlefield yearbook, 1946


Photo: Senior Class Officers, Battlefield yearbook, 1946

For their 50th reunion class gift, the Class of 1948 made a significant contribution to establish a scholarship in honor of Ellen Alvey Montllor '48, daughter of Dean Emeritus Edward Alvey Jr. Ms. Montllor studied French at Mary Washington and was involved in the French and German clubs and Alpha Phi Sigma.

The UMW AA serves as the contact for scholarships created by generous alumni when there is no longer a donor representative. Jenifer Blair '82 is the current president of the Alumni Association.

Photo: Ellen Alvey Montllor '48, Battlefield yearbook, 1948
Photo: Dean Emeritus Edward Alvey Jr. and daughter Ellen Alvey '48
 

The members of the Class of 1949 established a scholarship in honor of their Golden Anniversary Reunion in 1999. The scholarship is awarded to a student who enters the University of Mary Washington as a "DEVIL" (a freshman entering in the fall of an odd-numbered year, as the "49ers" did.) Hurrah, hurrah, for devils, red, Hurrah for odds so true; be careful, goats that you stay in, or it'll be hot for you!

Class representative Erma Whitaker Bockoven '49 grew up in Morristown, Tenn., and earned a bachelor's degree in 1949. She later married Beverly Henry and the couple had two sons. After being widowed, she married Frederic Bockoven. Ms. Bockoven has established additional scholarships at Mary Washington.

Photo: Battlefield yearbook, 1949

This scholarship commemorates the 50th reunion of the Class of 1962. More than 60 members of the Class combined their resources to provide future generations of Mary Washington students the opportunity to benefit from a nurturing environment for inquiry, questioning, and learning. Ms. Emily Lewis '62 and Mrs. Nancy Powell Sykes '62 are class representatives for the scholarship.

Photo: Battlefield yearbook, 1962
Photo: senior class officers 1962. Battlefield yearbook
 

For their 25th reunion, the Class of 1969 established a scholarship to honor Classics Professor Laura V. Sumner. Class of 1969 representatives includes Patricia "Patti" Boise Kemp. 

For their 50th Reunion, the Class of 1969 established another scholarship supporting students with financial need who may be first-generation college students, as well.

Photos: Class of 1969 25th Reunion, Class of 1969 50th Reunion

 

UMW class of 1972 arrived on campus in the fall of 1968, a time of war and civil rights movements that were shaking up colleges nationwide. A turbulent time in history, full of change, that not only woke up the nation, but Mary Washington College as well. It was during this time that the class of 1972 made a huge and everlasting impact on our campus. Members of the Class of 1972 stood up for change, met the challenges before us, and impacted campus life and the lives of future students at UMW. 
 
Professor Emeritus Micheal Bass, held a degree in Environmental Science and Biology. He taught at Mary Washington for over 45 years, where he helped build the environmental science program, and touch students lives. Not only did Dr. Bass share his expertise with students, but he also partnered with the City of Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County on various projects concerned with monitoring water quality, stream bank erosion, and the impact of construction projects on bodies of water such, as Massaponax Creek and the Ni River. He was known to involve his students in these projects, enabling them to present their findings at regional and national conferences. It is because of Dr. Bass' enthusiasm and desire to make a difference, that the Class of 1972 decides to hold a scholarship in honor of him and his contributions. 

Members of the Class of 1973 established a scholarship in celebration of their 50th anniversary and the lifelong friendships made while students at Mary Washington College.  They have fond memories of the nurturing environment their college years provided for inquiry, questioning, and learning. Their hope is this scholarship will allow future generations of Mary Washington students to benefit from a similar educational experience. 

Commemorative Brands, operating as Balfour, supplies class rings for Mary Washington students. The company established a scholarship in 2011 to recognize and reward student organization and activity leaders.

The Community Foundation provides a straightforward, powerful, and highly personal approach to giving. Our approach is simple—build a better community by making philanthropy easy.

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Constance "Connie" Booth graduated from Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia in 1961 with a degree in chemistry. Her father was a career Army officer and the family lived in many places, including post-World War II Germany. Trips to other western European countries during those formative years opened up her already growing desire to see more of the world. After graduation from MWC, she and her college roommate set out on their grand tour of Europe, via Eurail Pass and Arthur Frommer's Europe on $5 a Day, for several weeks. Upon her return, she worked at the Dupont Company in Wilmington, Delaware. There she met her husband, Anestis "Andy" Logothetis, a native of Greece. Connie, Andy, and their children, Elaine and Mike, traveled to visit family in Greece. The value of living abroad was solidified by Mike's experiences during a gap-year in Holland as an AFS (American Field Service) student and a college semester in Spain when he learned the languages of both countries. The family hosted exchange students in their home and witnessed the growth of these students during their time in the United States. Through the creation and funding of this scholarship, Connie wants to encourage future generations of Mary Washington students to study abroad. The experience of learning new cultures, languages, and the way of everyday life beyond the United States, while young and open-minded, is the gift she hopes to convey to every recipient. Connie died in 2023. 

Photo: Battlefield Yearbook 1961

Kimberly Gooch Bram established a scholarship in 2012 in memory of her sister, Kyle Gooch Williams '77. Kyle Williams was a gifted and dedicated teacher who died in 2009. After receiving a master’s degree in education from the College of William and Mary, Kyle followed her passion to teach. During her career, she received numerous awards, including the "Champion of the Special Child" award in 1996.

Cynthia Brooks '83 helped establish a scholarship in memory of her friend Carma Lee Lewallen.

Cynthia Hudson Morton established a scholarship in memory of her sister Laura C. Hudson '71.

New Orleans native Laura C. Hudson '71 worked on Capitol Hill for more than 40 years. As a member of former U.S. Sen. J. Bennett Johnston Jr.'s staff, she oversaw efforts to create four national parks: the Cane River National Heritage Historical Park, Cane River National Heritage Area, a 20,000-acre Jean Lafitte National Historical Park south of New Orleans, and Jean Lafitte's affiliated New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. She also directed efforts to establish the U.S. National Park Service Center for Preservation Technology and Training in Natchitoches. In addition to the national parks, Sen. Johnston and Hudson secured tens of thousands of acres in Louisiana dedicated as wildlife refuge lands. Sen. Johnston credited Hudson with being "the brains" behind the success and growth of WIC, a U.S. Agriculture Department program for women, infants and children. Later in her career, she worked for the Washington office of Unocal Corp., which was acquired by Chevron Corp. There she served as international government affairs manager, overseeing Chevron's policy issues in many countries around the world until her retirement. At Chevron, she negotiated between the United States and Myanmar despite government-imposed sanctions. Hudson played a major role in securing funding to support a wide range of nonprofits and academic organizations in Louisiana. She was a strong force behind passage of the Native American Graves Repatriation and Protection Act of 1990. Hudson also established a public library on the island of Pohnpei, capital of the Federated States of Micronesia; was an advocate for deeper ties between the United States and Southeast Asia, and was a mentor and role model for many. Laura C. Hudson passed away in 2014.

Photo: Battlefield Yearbook, 1971

Mary Siegrist Hinz '81 studied psychology at Mary Washington, graduated summa cum laude, and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. She founded, coached and played on the college's softball team and was also a member of the school's varsity basketball and field hockey teams. Mary was in her second year of law school at the College of William and Mary when she was tragically killed in a bicycle accident. At the time of her death, she was training for a triathlon, bicycling nearly 80 miles per day.

Dan Hinz, Jr., Mary's husband, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Siegrist, established a scholarship in her memory and to inspire and assist students who exhibit the highest standards of intellectual achievement, moral character, citizenship, and athletic excellence.

Photo: Mary Siegrist Hinz '81, Battlefield yearbook, 1981

Diana Cowell established a scholarship in honor of her mother, Grace Cutler Hamilton, who loved the French language, culture, and people. Mrs. Hamilton, a graduate of the University of Alabama, received her Masters of Education degree from the University of Virginia in June 1968. She spent her career as a French teacher at St. Mary's Academy in Alexandria, Virginia, and at Lee High School in Springfield, Virginia. While in college, Mrs. Hamilton participated in a study abroad program in France. Because of this experience, that of her husband, Lt. Col. E. S. Hamilton's WWII military service in France, and the Hamilton family's time living and traveling in Europe, Mrs. Hamilton instilled in her children the extraordinary value of learning a second language and knowing other cultures. In retirement, Mrs. Hamilton provided French translation to her husband and other veterans on many trips to France and would read the French Douay version of the Bible every day.

 

Mary Page Williams Walden graduated from Mary Washington in 1969 with a degree in sociology. She went on to earn her master's in education and taught for over 30 years. Mrs. Walden and her husband, Daniel, established a scholarship in 2005. After Mary Page passed away in 2009, Mr. Walden remarried.

Photo: Mary Page Williams Walden '69, Battlefield yearbook, 1969

Daron's parents, Charles "Ed" and Jaqueline Isbell, established a scholarship in honor of his mother, Myrtle Isbell in 1990 on her 90th birthday.

Myrtle Isbell was a member of the UMW Class of 1923. At that time, the school was called the State Normal School for Women and offered high school and professional courses. The school prepared most women to become teachers; however, students could study manual, household, or rural arts. Myrtle became a teacher of Home Economics. Mrs. Isbell died in 1994.

Photo: Eliza Myrtle Hollins Isbell '23, Battlefield Yearbook, 1923 
Daron Isbell, LinkedIn

David Covington pursued a 40-year career in accounting, primarily with Deloitte, after graduating from the University of Maryland. He is now an adjunct instructor who teaches aspiring accountants at the University of Mary Washington. In 2019 he created a scholarship funded by annual contributions to support accounting students who aspire to become a CPA.
 

In 1989, David Burgess established a scholarship in memory of his late wife, Rebecca Culbertson Stuart '72. She was a biology major and beloved member of the class of '72.

Photo: Rebecca C. Stuart '72, Battlefield yearbook, 1972

David P. Carey '96 has pledged to support a Business Scholar for four years.

Photo: Battlefield '96

Dawn Bowen is fascinated by people and places. An award-winning scholar in the field of human geography and regional geography, Dr. Bowen's expertise focuses on Eastern and Western North America as well as Latin America. Her passion for geography and her commitment to teaching are evident in her extensive research trips to Latin America, the Caribbean and North America, where she leads undergraduates on week-long field trips to study grassroots development in Maya communities and complete a reforestation project. The author of more than two dozen publications, Dr. Bowen has presented her research at conferences across North America. She is recipient of Mary Washington’s Richard Palmieri Outstanding Professor Award and the Excellence in Teaching Award given by the Academic Affairs Council. She has also received the Grellet C. Simpson Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching in 2012 and the Mary W. Pinschmidt Award from the 2016 graduating class as the professor they will most likely remember as the one who had the greatest impact on their lives. 

Dr. Bowen is a professor of geography at UMW.

Photo: Dr. Dawn Bowen, UMW Campus Directory

Debby C. Klein and her late husband, Albert R. Klein, arrived at Mary Washington in 1952. Dr. Klein became the head of the Department of Dramatic Arts and Speech. Debby assisted with theater productions, worked in the Mary Washington library, taught drama at James Monroe High School, and helped found the Fredericksburg Theatre Company, serving as its first president. She is known for her community and volunteer work as well as for hosting the Town Journal radio show on WFLS. A scholarship was named in Dr. Klein's memory in 1971, and Debby was honored with a scholarship in 2012. She died in 2023.

Daughter Becky Klein is the family representative.

Debra Cope is the sister of John Cope, a 1983 graduate of Mary Washington. John was a promising research chemist for Revlon where he developed synthetic cosmetic emollients. After his death, his parents, Colonel John and Roberta Cope, Debra and his widow, Denise Adams Cope, established a scholarship in his memory.

Photo: John Cope '83, Battlefield 1983

Debra Stanley Leap '72 was one of four children of a Methodist minister. Her family lived in a number of communities in Virginia, and she spent her high school years in Staunton. After graduating from Mary Washington in 1972 with a bachelor's degree in biology, Deb worked for state labs in Charlottesville and Richmond, Merck Pharmaceutical Company in Elkton, Va., and at James Madison University. She earned graduate degrees in physiology and chemical engineering from the University of Virginia. Ms. Leap funded a scholarship to assist biology majors in 2014.

Photo: Debra Stanley Leap '72

Diana Rupert Livingston '71 established a scholarship in memory of her mother, Martha Sadler Rupert. Mrs. Rupert was an educator who believed in the power of learning to enrich lives. Mrs. Diana Livingston graduated from Mary Washington in 1971 and currently serves on the UMW Foundation Board of Directors.

Dolores M. Ross '49 attended Mary Washington and majored in Spanish. She was a teacher and contributed many years of service to Virginia's public schools. Miss Ross valued her experience at Mary Washington and with her sister, Anne Ross Parks '46, established two scholarships. Miss Ross passed away in 2016 and Mrs. Parks passed away in 2004.

The Dean of the College of Education serves as the scholarship representative.

Photo: Dolores May Ross Battlefield '49 Photo: Anne Claire Ross Battlefield '46

Margaret Winton Engvall '65 and her brother, George Winton, established a scholarship in memory of their mother Lucille Cutchin Winton '42. With the establishment of the Lucille Cutchin Winton '42 Study Abroad Scholarship, Margaret and George hope to provide an enriching and broadening educational experience for future generations of Mary Washington students.

Margaret Winton Engvall graduated from Mary Washington College in 1965 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. She went on to earn a Master of Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University. Margaret worked for many years in the transportation industry including as a project manager for CSX Technology. Margaret greatly values the opportunity she had to study abroad in Paris, France, during her senior year at Mary Washington. From her upbringing and her career in transportation, she feels that it is very important that our future leaders have an appreciation of other customs, languages, and cultures.

Photo: Margaret Winton Engvall '65, Battlefield 1964

Don and Kathleen Edwards served as distinguished members of the Mary Washington staff for many years. Kathleen is the past director of computer support services for the Office of University Development, and Don taught computer science courses at Mary Washington. They established a scholarship in 1999 to support computer science majors. Kathleen died in 2022.

Photo: Don and Kathleen Edwards, Donor Luncheon.

Donley's traces its roots back to 1895 when James and George Donley formed a partnership that supplied materials to the construction industry. In 1941, Ernest F. Donley's Sons, Inc. was established as a general construction firm. More than half a century later, Donley's has grown into one of the leading Design/Builders, Construction Managers and General Contractors in Ohio and the nation. Donley's Inc. was responsible for both the 2004 construction of UMW's parking deck and Phase I of Eagle Village, completed in 2010. In 2010, Mac Donley funded an endowment to support special projects and initiatives of the UMW President.

Donna was born and raised in Hopewell, Virginia, where she would eventually graduate high school in 1962. She would join the at the time, Mary Washington College, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Music in 1966. Donna married James Smith, Jr. in 1967; they both served as public educators for many years. She would go on to teach elementary music in Chesapeake, VA, and then in Williamsburg, VA, for the remainder of her career. Donna would retire after 30 years of helping students find their passion for music. This passion extended to her own children—Caryn, James, and Sarah—who were all concert band musicians.

Donna was a patron of the musical arts in her community, and was an active church choir member. She was an accomplished pianist, but also enjoyed the hammered dulcimer, autoharp, and handbells. Some of her nonmusical joys included reading, tending to the flora and fauna in her backyard, and supporting charitable causes, such as the Heritage Human Society. Donna passed away in August of 2023 at the age of 79.

Photo: Donna Frances Drake Smith '66

Dora R. Timke established a scholarship in 1993 in memory of her sister, Fita Rivas, a professor of Spanish literature at Mary Washington from 1960-1969. The chair of the Department of Modern Languages and Literature is the scholarship representative.

Photo: Professor Fita Rivas, Battlefield yearbook, 1963

Mrs. Dorothy Bonnet of Falls Church, Virginia established a scholarship in 1993 in memory of her granddaughter, Barbara Diane Hall. Miss Hall was not a student at Mary Washington, but she was an aspiring artist and had said many times that she would like to attend.  Mrs. Bonnet passed away in 2003.

The chair of the Department of Art and Art History is the scholarship representative.

The late Dorothy Chiles Hodnette '26, of Cottondale, Ala., created a scholarship in 1992 to honor her sisters, Avie Bell Chiles Smith 1919, Lula Garland Chiles Clarke '31, and Mary Chiles Henderson '27. The Chiles sisters all had a great love for Mary Washington College. Mrs. Hodnette passed away in 2008. Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Clarke have also passed away.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the scholarship representative.

Photo: Dorothy Chiles Hodnette '26, Battlefield yearbook 1926

Dovetail is a woman-owned Cultural Resource Management firm headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The company was founded in 2005 by its principals, Kerri Barile '94 and Michael Carmody. Since that time, the company has grown to almost 50 staff members, including archaeologists, architectural historians, historians, historic preservation planners, Graphic Information System (GIS) specialists, and administrative professionals. Dovetail opened their Wilmington, Delaware, office in 2013 and have completed historic preservation projects from New York to North Carolina. Their clients include local, state, and federal agencies, non-profit groups, and private companies. One of the company's core principles is to give back to the community through educational programs and charitable giving. Establishing a scholarship at UMW allows the company to achieve both goals. The company has brought on dozens of interns and graduates from the UMW Historic Preservation program, presented scores of lectures to UMW classes, and participated in many school events. They established an endowed scholarship to continue their support of UMW and the field of historic preservation.

Photo:  Kerri Barile '94

The Eagle Pipe Band is composed of both UMW students and community members. They perform Celtic music in competitions and public performances. When the Eagle Pipe Band was created in 1997, its Executive Board began placing performance gifts and honoraria into a special fund with the Mary Washington Foundation. In 2002, this fund was designated for the establishment of an endowed scholarship for students demonstrating proficiency in one of the Celtic arts. Professor Lauren McMillan, Director of the Eagle Pipe Band, is the scholarship representative.

Past winners of the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce Prince B. Woodard Leadership Award created an endowment to support leadership awards for the University of Mary Washington students. Under the leadership of 2014 award winner, Ted Hontz, Prince B. Woodard award winners, and families of deceased winners and friends participated in the initial funding of the endowment to support this prestigious student award at UMW. The Prince B. Woodard Leadership Award is named after a man who was revered by the community. Prince B. Woodard was President of Mary Washington College from 1974 to 1982 when he died at a relatively young age. Dr. Woodard made a great impression with his vision, integrity, and extraordinary service. Each year, the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce presents the Prince B. Woodard Leadership Award to an individual that exhibits those same characteristics.

Edward B. “Ted” Hontz, a former Navy captain, is the vice president of Basic Commerce and Industries, Inc., in charge of the company’s Navy programs in Dahlgren, Virginia. During his career with the Navy, Hontz served a year in Vietnam and participated in numerous military operations. Active in the Fredericksburg area, Hontz was a member of the Stafford County Economic Development Authority and the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce board of directors. In 2015, he became a citizen member of the Mary Washington Healthcare board of trustees. A founding member of the Fredericksburg Military Affairs Council (MAC) in 2006, he served on its board of directors until 2012. While chairman, he took a lead role in promoting the establishment of UMW’s Dahlgren Campus, Center for Education and Research. Hontz also is the recipient of the 2015 Prince B. Woodard leadership award given by the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Photo:  Ted Hontz, UMW Board of Visitors Announcement 2020

Carolyn P. Foley and Edward Morawetz, Jr., established a scholarship in memory of their son, Christopher E. Morawetz. Chris was a compassionate, funny, sensitive, and intelligent student at Mary Washington who planned to study religion and philosophy. He passed away in 2008 after suffering complications from a treatment for Crohn's Disease. His parents also dedicated a bench and linden tree on Palmieri Plaza in his memory.

Photo:  Edward Morawetz, Jr., and Barbara Willer, 2019 Donor Luncheon

Gail Madden received her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Political Science in 1978, from Mary Washington College, and earned her Master in Public Administration (MPA) in 1984 from George Mason University. Gail had many fond memories of her time at Mary Washington College and the lifelong friends she met while in attendance there. She also had lasting memories of her own internship experience at the Congressional offices of M. Caldwell Butler and desired to give prospective student-interns the opportunity to obtain the same learning experience she so greatly enjoyed. Over the course of her career, Gail worked at McGuire, Woods & Battle; American Export Group of Washington, D.C.; the General Accounting Office (GAO); Fairfax County Public Schools, delivering early enrichment and phonics programs to elementary school children, and the Fairfax County Library System, Vienna location, where she supported and delivered young children's reading programs.

Gail's greatest love was her family. She married Edward Paul Shedlick (Ed) in 1983 and they raised one child, Kevin Michael. Gail enjoyed reading, gardening, history and politics, the beach, the season of autumn, and traveling America and the world with her husband and son. She passed away on September 13, 2017. Her husband, Ed, established a scholarship supporting internship experiences in her memory.

Effie Sanderlin Robinson grew up in Norfolk, Virginia. She studied food and nutrition at Mary Washington College graduating with a bachelor of science in 1945. After graduation, she took a position as a dietician at Norfolk General Hospital and soon after met Frank Robinson; they were married for 62 years. Over the years, Effie worked as a high school teacher and home economist for Virginia Electric and Power Company. She became an Executive Director for the Tidewater Dairy Council, which was absorbed by the Southeast United Dairy Industrial Association, and retired from there as a Regional Vice President. Effie and Frank enjoyed an active lifestyle, which included sailing, tennis, and travel. One of Effie's favorite travel destinations included the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Effie especially enjoyed her time at Mary Washington College and wanted to assist future students in realizing their dreams and aspirations while pursuing similar experiences. She established a scholarship to support study abroad through her estate with the assistance of her brother, Joseph G. Sanderlin, Jr. and his children Jo Lynn Adams and Joseph G. Sanderlin, III. Mrs. Robinson passed away in 2013. Her nephew Joseph G. Sanderlin III, and niece Jo Lynn Adams are family representatives.

Photo:  Effie Sanderlin Robinson

Dr. Eileen Kramer Dodd was a psychology professor at Mary Washington College for 44 years. She began her tenure at Mary Washington in 1926, becoming the first woman on the faculty with a Ph.D. According to a history of the college by Dean Emeritus Edward Alvey Jr., "She was very popular as a teacher," "Psychology was one of the outstanding majors at the college, and Mrs. Dodd kept up with her field by taking summer courses. She just enjoyed learning." Dr. Dodd also enjoyed teaching and made a tremendous impact on the lives of many of her students. Dr. Dodd served as an adviser to many student organizations and led a variety of faculty committees and activities. She chaired the psychology department for 18 years. In 1980, Mary Washington College renamed the former George Washington Auditorium the Eileen Kramer Dodd Auditorium. She was married to the late James H. Dodd, an economics professor at the college. When he died in 1969, she established the James Harvey Dodd Scholarship in Economics for a senior economics major who plans to go to graduate school. She also established the Eileen Kramer Dodd scholarship through her estate in 1998.

The President of UMW is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Dr. Eileen Kramer Dodd

K. Elaine Williams graduated from Mary Washington College in 1974 with a bachelor's degree in psychology. She continued her education earning a master's in psychology from George Mason University and a doctorate from American University. Dr. Williams currently is in private practice as a clinical psychologist. She greatly values her experience at Mary Washington and recognizes the importance of undergraduate research.

Eleanor S. Thompson established a scholarship through her estate plan in memory of her daughter, Betty J. Thompson, who graduated from Mary Washington College in 1974 with a bachelor's degree in Modern European Studies. Betty enjoyed her many Mary Washington friends until her death in 1998. Mrs. Thompson's bequest will pay tribute to Betty and will help future alumni reach their goals.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Betty J. Thompson '74, Battlefield yearbook, 1974

Elizabeth (Kelling) was a chemistry major at Mary Washington. Her first job was with NASA growing microelectronic circuits for spacecraft. She later obtained a paralegal certificate from the University of Maryland and worked for many years as a trademark, patent, and copyright paralegal. She met her husband, Bill Leasure, at NASA. The couple have four children and five grandchildren. Elizabeth valued her education at Mary Washington and she and her husband established this scholarship to provide students with a similar opportunity. 

Elizabeth Carolyn Vaughan was born in 1925 on a dairy farm in Nottoway County, VA. . She graduated from Burkeville 
(now Nottoway) High School during World War II and joined what was, at the time, Mary Washington College during the summer of 1943. Graduating in 1946, she was hired to teach her passion of Home Economics at Amelia Court House (Amelia County) High School.

She married William McCaddin Pritchett two years later in 1948. Eventually, they left for Dallas while "Mac" worked for the Federal Reserve Bank. Elizabeth took on a number of responsibilities, including sewing, various educational courses and being a member of the Rock Garden Club, until their youngest of four children started school. Afterwards, Elizabeth became a substitute teacher before taking up a full-time position teaching English and History at Kale Highlands High School, where her children attended. Eventually in 1968 she returned to teaching Home Economics, and then a year later began her master's degree in Home Economics at the Denton campus of Texas Women's University, from which she graduated in 1972. She passed away in 2014 at the age of 88 after working as a full-time Home Economics teacher and department head for Lake Highlands High School for 23 years. Her son, John Pritchett, oversees this scholarship in her memory.

Photo: Elizabeth Carolyn Vaughan Pritchett '46

Friends and family of Dr. and Mrs. Carter established a scholarship in 1996 to honor the couple's service to Mary Washington and the Fredericksburg community. Dr. Carter was a longtime member of the Mary Washington sociology faculty. Their children Elizabeth Carter Collins '82 and Steven Carter are the family representatives for the scholarship.

Photo: Dr. Clyde Carter, sociology professor, 1966

Elizabeth "Betty" Griffith Schmidt '35 established a scholarship through her estate in 1996. She was a Maryland native who majored in physical education and English at Mary Washington. Her daughter Lynn Demeester is the family representative.

Photo: Elizabeth Griffith Schmidt '35, Battlefield, 1935

Elizabeth Lawson Greenwood graduated from Mary Washington College in 1968. Ms. Greenwood, Anne Tooke '68, Donna Sheehan Gladis '68, and the late Sheila Spivey Hume '68 established a scholarship in 1971 in honor of their friend, Lynn Ruby '68 who died unexpectedly. In the words of her friends, "Lynn Ruby was a wonderful young woman who made our days at Mary Washington more fun and who was an amazing history teacher and mentor for high school students."

Photo: Lynn Ruby '68, Battlefield yearbook; Elizabeth Lawson '68, Battlefield yearbook

Elizabeth Merchent Tardy credited her husband, Tom, for helping her earn both a bachelor's and a master's degree in education. Ultimately, Mrs. Tardy performed 38 years of service as a teacher and administrator in the public schools in Detroit, Michigan. She established a scholarship through her estate plans to provide educational opportunities at Mary Washington in honor and memory of James R. and Mary M. Tardy, and William H. and Belle Ashby Merchent. Family representatives for this scholarship include Mrs. Peggy Ford Poe '67 whose husband, Ed, is a descendant of Elizabeth Merchent Tardy and Al and Cindy Merchent, Alice Dearing and Elizabeth Merchent, children of A. Ray and Mary Alice Merchent.

Known as "Libby" to family and friends, Elizabeth Phillips Roe attended Hampton High School and graduated from Mary Washington College in 1944. While in college, she visited a friend's home in Maryland and was introduced to her future husband, William M. D. "Bill" Roe. Libby traveled cross-country to meet her fiancé - commissioned into the wartime Navy - and they were married in San Francisco four days after the D-Day invasion occurred. Libby made a home for her husband and family as Bill's Naval career took them to California, Japan, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. She taught school in Virginia, Japan, and on their return to her husband's home town in Maryland. Their daughter, Jane Roe Fox is the scholarship family representative. Photo: Elizabeth Phillips Roe '44, Obituary 9/20/15

Elizabeth Poteet Pollard '56 established a scholarship in memory of her husband Dr. Burney Lynch Parkinson. Dr. Parkinson taught at Mary Washington from 1952 until his retirement in 1956. Elizabeth served as Honor Council President and majored in psychology and elementary education. She has also established a scholarship in Historic Preservation and supports the Grellet C. Simpson International Scholarship.

Photo: Elizabeth Poteet Pollard '56, Battlefield yearbook, 1956

Elizabeth Munro Seelinger deBedts was born in Norfolk in 1925. She attended the Norfolk Division of the College of William and Mary (now Old Dominion University) where she played on the women's basketball team before transferring to Mary Washington College. She graduated in 1949 with a degree in biology. Elizabeth then earned a degree in library science from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She became a Professor and librarian at Old Dominion University where she met her husband Dr. Ralph F. deBedts, a history professor. Upon their retirement in 1979, Elizabeth and her husband traveled and lived in England for several years before returning to Norfolk. Elizabeth passed away in December of 2014. She remembered fondly her time at Mary Washington and established this scholarship through her estate to assist students achieve a college education.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Elizabeth Seelinger 1949 Yearbook

Elizabeth Snow Wolf '41 majored in mathematics at Mary Washington and received a master's degree from the University of North Carolina. She taught for many years and later served in research and engineering positions in the aerospace industry. Mrs. Wolf established a scholarship in 2011 through the remainder of a charitable gift annuity.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association serves as the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Elizabeth Snow Wolf '41, Battlefield yearbook, 1941

Rhonda L. Graves '82 and Ellen C. Coleman '82 were friends of Carma Lee Lewallen '81 and helped to establish a scholarship to honor her memory. This scholarship honors Carma's memory and indomitable spirit. After a 1985 accident that paralyzed her from the waist down, Carma continued to excel in basketball and tennis from her wheelchair. She was passionate about learning until her untimely passing in 2007.

Photo: Rhonda Graves '82, Battlefield 1982

Ellis E. Stern Jr., along with his daughters, Anne Stern Tilley and Alison Stern Wood '77, established a scholarship in 1998 in memory of his wife, Mary Ellen Dulaney Stern '47 who died in 1990. Mr. Stern passed away in 2016. Alison Stern Wood '77 is the family representative.

Photo: Mary Ellen Dulaney Stern '47, Battlefield yearbook, 1947

Marceline "Marcy" Weatherly Morris is a dedicated alumna and loyal supporter of students and programs at Mary Washington. Her in-depth involvement began during her days as a student, from 1946-1950, when she majored in music, was a member of the band and the orchestra, performed in an opera, and served as marching band drum major. In addition to required courses and piano and voice classes, she also took public education courses to prepare for teaching music in public schools. In her spare time, she was elected president of her junior and senior classes, the latter of which also included serving as president of the Honor Council. She was in the May Court all four years and was elected May Queen in her senior year. After graduation, Marcy married her college sweetheart and fellow graduate Elmer Juney Morris Jr., who had attended Mary Washington on the GI Bill. Throughout the years, Marcy served on the Alumni Board, served two terms as Reunion Vice President and was instrumental in establishing the King George chapter of the Alumnae Association. Juney established a scholarship as a token of his love for Marcy and their shared alma mater. Marcy and Juney are also the class representatives for the Class of 1950 Arabelle Laws Arrington '41 Scholarship.

Photo: Elmer "Juney" '50 and Marceline "Marcy" Morris '50, University of Mary Washington Magazine 2013

Elsie Ball Bowley established a scholarship in 1962 in memory of her husband, Lt. General Albert J. Bowley, to promote learning, patriotism, and a sense of civic duty among Mary Washington students through an internship at James Monroe Museum. She also established a scholarship, Annie Fleming Smith Scholarship, to support students working at Kenmore. Annie Fleming Smith was a longtime executive secretary of Kenmore Association. Mrs. Bowley died in 1972.

The Director of the James Monroe Museum and the Curator of Kemmore serve as scholarship contacts. 
Photo: Lt. General Albert J. Bowley

Emily Isbell Ukrop was the daughter of Myrtle Hollins Isbell and Charles Talley Isbell. She worked alongside her husband, Sam, in the family grocery business, Foodtown, for many years. After retirement, she enjoyed skiing and tennis. All who knew her were welcomed with her warm and gracious presence. 

In 1990, Emily and her brother Charles Edwin Isbell, and his wife Jacqueline, established a scholarship in their mother's honor. Her generous contributions to the Myrtle Hollins Isbell 2023 scholarship have supported many Mary Washington students. 

Photo: Emily Allene Isbell Ukrop
Eliza Myrtle Hollins Isbell '23, Battlefield yearbook 1923

Emily A. Lewis graduated from Mary Washington College in 1962 with a bachelor's degree in English. She continued her education at the Catholic University of America where she received a master's degree in Social Work. Emily went on to a career as a psychotherapist in private practice and in community hospitals and agencies. Anthony Andres, a priest in the Episcopal Church, is a graduate of DePauw University, Virginia Episcopal Seminary, and Cleveland State Law School. Professional experience and being foster parents helped Emily and Anthony understand the special needs of young people without a safety net. They established a scholarship in 2014 to assist self-supporting students achieve a college education. Emily Lewis '62 is also a representative for the Class of 1962 Scholarship.

Photo: Emily A. Lewis '62, Battlefield yearbook, 1962

Family and friends established a scholarship in memory of Carma Lee Lewallen '81. Established by her family and friends, this scholarship honors the memory and indomitable spirit of Carma Lee Lewallen. After a 1985 accident that paralyzed her from the waist down, Carma continued to excel in basketball and tennis from her wheelchair. She was passionate about learning until her untimely passing in 2007. Eric and Alice Lewallen serve as family representatives for this scholarship.

Erma Whitaker Bockoven '49 grew up in Morristown, Tennessee, and earned a bachelor's degree from Mary Washington College in 1949. She later married Beverly Henry, and the couple had two sons. After being widowed, she married Frederic Bockoven. She has traveled extensively and is a longtime member of the UMW Heritage Society. In addition to establishing a scholarship in 2011, Mrs. Bockoven is the representative for the Class of 1949 Scholarship.

Photo: Erma Whitaker Bockoven '49, Battlefield yearbook, 1949

Donna Cannon Julian '69 chose to create an endowment for study abroad experiences to celebrate her 40th class reunion. Mrs. Julian chose to create the endowment in 2010 to celebrate her 40th class reunion and to support her belief in the power of international study to be a "life-changing” experience.

Photo: Donna Cannon '69, Battlefield 1969

Eugenia "Jean" Ehler Pimper '32 established a scholarship in 2006 by a bequest from her estate. Jean majored in commercial education and English at what was then the State Teachers College and graduated in 1932. She established a scholarship in memory of her sister, Lois Ehler Fisher '33, and sister-in-law, Myra Vaughn Ehler 1923, both graduates of Mary Washington. Ms. Pimper's nephew, John Luce, and niece, Ann Mulhall, are family scholarship representatives.

Photo: Eugenia Ehler Pimper '32, Battlefield yearbook, 1932

Eve Richards Hartman is the widow of Donal Hartman. Together they established a scholarship in 1989 in memory of Donal's mother, Beulah M. Hartman. Mrs. Hartman, who died at the age of 92, is remembered for her lifetime dedication to helping young people.

John Hudachek, Mary Hudachek-Buswell '80, Mike Hudachek, Teresa Hudachek Djuric '83, Susan Hudachek '84, Pauline Hamilton Burn, and Pamela Burn Marino, both of whom attended Mary Washington in 1951-1953 and 1979-1980 respectively, endowed a scholarship in memory of their parents, John William and Anne Hamilton Hudachek.

Anne Hamilton Hudachek was born on July 28, 1932, in the Panama Canal Zone, the older of two girls born to Paul and Eleanore Hamilton. Her father was in the U.S. Army and retired a Colonel. Her mother was a teacher. Anne traveled the world with her family. She graduated from Columbus High School, Columbus, Georgia, in 1949 and attended Stanford University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Anne met her husband, John Hudachek, whom she affectionately called Jack, on the East Coast where she worked during the summers in between her studies. Jack was in the U.S. Army and eventually retired with the rank of Major General. They married in San Francisco following her graduation from Stanford. During their time in the Army, Anne served as a volunteer in the American Red Cross, raised four children in whom she took great pride in, and became an Enrolled Tax Agent, all the while supporting Jack in his career. She held a deep love for her country.

John William Hudachek was born on May 21, 1930, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the older of two children born to Lewis "Louie" and Agnes Hudachek. His parents lived on a farm near Mechanicsville, Iowa. During WWII, Louie was recruited by the U.S. War Training Service to train U.S. Army Air Corps pilots on the farm along with his son Jack. His mother ran the farm and was Jack's prime supporter throughout her life. After graduation from Mechanicsville High School in 1948, he attended the University of Iowa for two years prior to entering the United States Military Academy. Jack graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from West Point in 1954. He served in the Armor branch of the U.S. Army during his 31 years of active duty service. Major General (Retired) John Hudachek was stationed all over the world and received several decorations. He wrote that commanding the 2nd ACR was the most gratifying assignment he had in the Army because of the Regiment's mission patrolling the Iron Curtain along the Czechoslovakian and East German borders. Jack commanded the U.S. Army's first Computer Command at Ft. Belvoir, Virginia. He was devoted to his country, wife Anne, and four children, all of whom have careers involving computer science.

Mary Hudachek-Buswell '80 is the family representative for the scholarship.

Florence Overly Ridderhof grew up in Fredericksburg. After graduating from high school, Ridderhof went to Mary Washington College, graduating in 1950. She majored in psychology but found her passion in the school’s dance program. She continues to dance to this day. She married David, a Marine, and during his career they lived all over the United States. In 1976, they returned to Fredericksburg with their children, settling in a house two streets from where she grew up. Among her many community activities, Frances has continued to support UMW's Dance programs through her membership in UMW Friends of Dance.

Photo:  Florence Overly Ridderhof '50
Florence Corinne Overly '50, Battlefield yearbook 1950

Florian "Red" Hofer spent most of his professional career as a top executive (COO and CFO) at BDM International Inc., a leader in information systems integration and technology services. His wife, Janet, had a lifelong interest in history, working at historical sites and volunteering for and heading historical societies in Great Falls and Warrenton, Virginia. Two of their four children, Susan Hofer McCarthy and Anna Hofer Vanhoy, attended UMW before going on to graduate from UVA. Son-in-law, John McCarthy III, graduated from UMW in 1984; and granddaughter, Moira C. McCarthy, graduated in 2012. In 1987, Red began serving on the UMW Board of Visitors and retired as Rector in 1995. He served for more than 20 years on the UMW Foundation Board, including terms as Vice President and President. In 1996, he and his wife, Janet, made "The Hofer Challenge" at Mary Washington to increase alumni giving and participation within the Annual Fund. In 2002, they made a significant contribution to support the naming of the Rectors' Gallery in the Jepson Alumni Executive Center. Red and Janet endowed a scholarship to help UMW students experiencing financial difficulties affecting their ability to complete their education in 2018 shortly before Janet passed away. Red died in 2022. 

The family representative is daughter, Susan Hofer McCarthy.

Photo: Red and Janet Hofer

Frances B. Holsinger created a scholarship in 1994 to honor the memory of her son, Alexander W. Holsinger '81. Alex majored in dramatic arts at Mary Washington and graduated in 1981. Since Mrs. Holsinger's death, James Holsinger, Jr., Alex's brother, is the family representative for the scholarship.

Photo: Alexander W. Holsinger '81, Battlefield yearbook, 1981

Frances J. Hannah established a scholarship in 1995 to help a deserving economics student attend graduate school. Mrs. Hannah's daughter, Lisa Lucke, graduated from Mary Washington in 1988 with a degree in economics.

Photo: Adam Smith

Frances Liebenow Armstrong '36 taught in Fredericksburg area public schools for 45 years. After her retirement, she served in various capacities at UMW for another 24 years. In 1984, she was recognized as the first recipient of the UMW Alumni Association's Service Award for her outstanding, continuous service; the award was later named in her honor. Mrs. Armstrong established a scholarship in 2010 to assist aspiring teachers through a bequest in her estate. Charles Armstrong, her nephew, serves as the family representative.

Photo: Frances Liebenow Armstrong '36, Battlefield Yearbook, 1936

Frances Thompson provided for a scholarship in memory of her niece, Mary Thompson, through her estate plans.

The President of UMW serves as the scholarship contact.

In his estate plans, Frank M. Williams Sr., established a scholarship in memory of his late wife. Pearl Bourne Williams. Pearl graduated from the State Normal School for Women, which later became Mary Washington College, in the early 1920s. Most students studied to become teachers, however, manual, household and rural arts were also taught. Frank Williams Sr., was born and raised on a farm. Although he never completed school beyond 4th grade, he strongly believed in the power of education. Through hard work and with the help of his wife, Pearl, he was able to produce a net worth sufficient to generously provide the Pearl Bourne Williams Scholarship in 1993. Mr. Williams' daughter-in-law, Elizabeth A. Williams, is the family representative for the scholarship.

Franklin Tillery grew up in Hampton, VA, and was interested in shipbuilding from an early age. He served in the Navy during World War II. After the war, he attended the University of Michigan where he studied naval architecture and graduated in 1950 with a degree in civil engineering. Mr. Tillery returned to Virginia to work in the shipbuilding industry, specializing in designing shields for on-board nuclear reactors. Frank married Elizabeth (Betty) Poe in 1956 and the couple had three daughters. Two of his children attended Mary Washington as Regional Scholars. Mr. Tillery was so impressed with their experience, he established a scholarship in 1980 to support other Mary Washington scholars. After his wife's death, Mr. Tillery established a scholarship in her memory. Mr. Tillery died in 2007. His daughter, Sue Tillery '81, is the scholarship representative.

Photo:  Franklin Tillery

Fredericksburg Host Lions club has served the Fredericksburg, Virginia, community for over 74 years. Members serve in hospitals, health centers, schools and eyeglass recycling centers. They funded a scholarship at UMW in 1997.

Kiwanis is a worldwide service organization that supports and encourages youth programs. The Fredericksburg Kiwanis was started in 1923 and supports UMW Circle K and Key Clubs from James Monroe, Stafford and Colonial Forge High Schools. In 1996 they established a scholarship to support UMW students from the Fredericksburg region.

The Fredericksburg Regional Council brings together representatives of government, business, education and civic groups to formulate recommendations to address items concerning the region's economic competitiveness. The Dean of the College of Education is the contact for this scholarship.
Photo: Peter Kelly, Dean of the College of Education, UMW

The Fredericksburg Rotary Club is a local service organization whose stated purpose is to bring together business and professional leaders in order to provide humanitarian services, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. The club funded a scholarship in 1997 to assist UMW students from the Fredericksburg region.

Fredericksburg Savings Charitable Foundation was an affiliate of the Fredericksburg Savings and Loan. Under the leadership of bank president, Lawrence R. McMurtry, the foundation established the Fredericksburg Savings and Loan Scholarship in 1988. When Mr. McMurtry retired, his son-in-law, Samuel Harding, Jr. became the bank president and helped to establish the Citizenship Award for Diversity Leadership in 2002. Mr. Harding's wife, Martha, was a 1985 graduate of Mary Washington. Mr. Harding retired from the bank and serves on the UMW Foundation Board of Directors.

Photo: Samuel Harding, Jr.

The Friends of Dance is an alumni organization who is devoted to the life of dance at UMW. In 1993, the Friends of Dance began awarding scholarships to dance students at Mary Washington College. Within five years of their inception, the two scholarships were endowed and continue to annually reward worthy students at the University of Mary Washington. The Friends named the scholarships to honor two dance professors, Claudia Moore Read and Sonja Dragomanovic Haydar, who helped to form the dance department at the college, now a university. In 2017 another scholarship was endowed and named for two founders of the group, Vicky Nichols Wilder '80 and Florence Overley Ridderhof '50.

Photo: Friends of Dance

These gifts represent the legacies of many friends of Mary Washington. Scholarships and other programs were established to benefit deserving students. Among these friends are individuals who wish to remain anonymous and also friends of businessman, Stanley Owens.

The President of the University and Department Chairs are the contacts for these scholarships.

Friends of the Philharmonic Orchestra help to maintain and create interest in and support for the UMW Philharmonic Orchestra. The generous donations of our "Friends of the Philharmonic" make it possible for UMW to fund student scholarships to orchestra members.

The Director of the Philharmonic is the contact for this scholarship.

Friends of Theatre provide funding for scholarships, classroom supplies, and artist residencies. In 2014 the group funded a scholarship in memory of theatre instructor, Rosemary Ingham. In 2021, these ardent supporters funded an annual Theatre scholarship

 

Galen F. deGraff taught management and business administration at the University of Mary Washington from 1994 to 2015. His research and consulting interests are in the areas of strategy formulation, strategic management, international business, and the management of family and closely-held firms. Galen earned his MBA from the University of Virginia's Darden Graduate Business School and his doctorate in strategic management and international business from George Washington University. His doctorate dissertation was judged a finalist for the best dissertation internationally by the Academy of International Business. During the Vietnam war, Galen was a combat assault helicopter aircraft commander in the 1968 TET invasion with the 173 Assault Helicopter Company (nicknamed the Robin Hoods) and served on the staff of the 11th Combat Aviation Battalion. In 2018-19 friends, colleagues, and former students of Professor deGraff established a scholarship to honor his career. Many graduates credit his Strategic Management capstone seminar for helping them in their careers. Rob and Sarah Strassheim are the primary donors associated with this scholarship.

The Garland and Agnes Taylor Gray Foundation supports cultural, historical, and educational institutions that have a significant impact on the quality of life in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is managed by Thomas Tullidge, grandson of Garland and Agnes Gray. Grandson. Carlton Duff is also a family representative for the scholarship. The Foundation funded a studio art award and a scholarship in historic preservation.

Gary Gross created this scholarship in 1987 in memory of his mother, Cora Lee Kaufmann '51. Cora Lee was a sociology major. She was also the president of the MWC Red Cross. 

Photo:  Cora Lee Kaufmann '51, Battlefield yearbook

Geane T. Mulholland was instrumental in establishing a scholarship in memory of her daughter, Susan Mulholland Breedin '86. A Mary Washington alumna, Mrs. Breedin joined the University faculty in 1990 as a dance instructor and also taught at the Academy of Ballet in Fredericksburg. She passed away in 2000, and she is remembered for her love of dance and enthusiasm for teaching. She kept the dance department alive through a difficult time even when there was no dance major.

Photo: Susan Mulholland Breedin '86, Bullet 2000; Susan Mulholland, Bullet 1986
 

In 2002 alumni of the Mary Washington geography department established a scholarship in honor of Professors Emeriti Marshall Bowen, Samuel Emory, and James Gouger, and in memory of Professor Emeritus Richard Palmieri.

Photo: Professor Samuel T. Emory, UMW's first full-time geographer, UMW

The late George C. Rimnac, Sr. established the Paula O'Gorman Rimnac '47 Scholarship in 2009 in memory of his wife, Paula O'Gorman Rimnac. Paula O'Gorman graduated from Mary Washington College in 1947 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. Due in part to her experience at Mary Washington, she was an ardent proponent of the value of a college education. Paula O'Gorman Rimnac is lovingly remembered by her family for her lifelong passion for science, literature, music, and the arts. Their children, Dr. Clare Rimnac and George Rimnac and his wife Sandy, are the family representatives for the scholarship.

Photo: Paula O'Gorman Rimnac '47, Battlefield yearbook

 

George Colby endowed a scholarship in memory of his wife, Susan, for an outstanding student musician who performs with the UMW Philharmonic. Susan and George Colby retired to the Lake of the Woods in 2002 after fulfilling careers, George with Mobil Oil Corporation and Susan with the Fairfax County Community Services Board where she advocated for families with special needs children. The couple met while in college at the University of New Hampshire and married in 1966. They raised their family in New England, New York, and Virginia. Their two daughters and five grandchildren reside in Virginia and Colorado. George and Susan enjoyed many social activities in the Fredericksburg area and most especially enjoyed attending UMW Philharmonic concerts. When Susan became ill, she and George made the decision to establish this scholarship. Susan passed away in 2017. It is her legacy, her belief in the power of music, and her hope for the future, that this scholarship was created.

Photo: Susan Colby

George B. Winton, M.D., and his sister, Margaret Winton Engvall '65, established a scholarship in memory of their mother Lucille Cutchin Winton '42. With the establishment of the Lucille Cutchin Winton '42 Study Abroad Scholarship, Margaret and George hope to provide an enriching and broadening educational experience for future generations of Mary Washington students.

George graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York, in 1967, received an Army scholarship to attend Stanford University to earn his Master's Degree in Aeronautic/Astronautics and a Degree of Engineer in biomedical engineering. He studied at the Medical University of South Carolina while continuing to serve in the Army. After 22 years of military service, George retired and established a private medical practice. 

Photo: Margaret Winton Engvall '65, Battlefield 1964

Mrs. Sallie Galloway Gill '65 was the recipient of a scholarship during her years at Mary Washington and wished to continue the tradition of helping others achieve their goals in life through education. She and her husband, George, established a scholarship in 2008 in memory of her parents. Peggy passed away in 2017.

Photo: Sallie Galloway Gill '65, Battlefield yearbook, 1965

Georgianne Meade graduated from Mary Washington College with a degree in Chemistry (biochemistry and genetics) in 1970. She worked as a research lab associate for the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), helping to rebuild a lab for the researchers she worked for. This led to her career building labs for the school and becoming a director of design and construction at the same institution. Georgianne worked with genetics research related to Down Syndrome and was involved with academic planning and development. She retired from UCSF after 37 years of service.  It is with gratitude that she offers monetary means to assist qualified students to enjoy an enlightened life through a quality education at her alma mater. 

Photo: UCSF Chancellor Sue Desmond-Hellmann (right) presents Georgianne Meade (right) with a plaque to recognize her 35 years of service at UCSF during a reception on April 8Photo: UCSF Chancellor Sue Desmond-Hellmann (right) presents Georgianne Meade (right) with a plaque to recognize her 35 years of service at UCSF during a reception on April 8

James Bowen was a successful local businessman and through his company, The James M. Bowen Co., LLC, owned several properties in the Fredericksburg area, including the Best Western and Days Inn hotels. Mr. and Mrs. James Bowen have been strong supporters and participants on various Mary Washington boards and established a scholarship in 2002 to benefit a student from the greater Fredericksburg area. Mr. Bowen passed away in 2016.

Photo:  James Bowen

Mary Fredman Downing is a member of the Mary Washington Class of 1959. She and her husband, Glenn, raised two children, Allison and Stefan. Mary enjoyed a fast-paced career in the airline industry with both US Airways and United Airlines. Serving on numerous committees, and most recently appointed to the Alumni Board of Directors, Mary has maintained active and close ties to the life of her alma mater. In 2014, Mr. and Mrs. Downing provided a gift to establish a non-endowed fund to assist deserving students in completing their UMW education. Glenn passed away in September of 2024.

Photo: Mary Fredman Downing '59, Battlefield 1959

Dr. Grellet C. Simpson was president of Mary Washington from 1956 until 1974. Originally from Norfolk, he was a graduate of Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Virginia, and held a master's degree and a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia. He served as a volunteer with the American and International Red Cross and traveled extensively with his wife. He believed in the importance of international education for Americans and was instrumental in establishing a scholarship for students desiring to study abroad.

The President of the UMW Association is a contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Grellet C. Simpson, Simpson Library Special Collections

Alyce Amory Roach '42, with help from her sister, Gwen Amory Cumming '52, established a merit-based award in 1997 to support a worthy student majoring in business administration. The scholarship is named in honor of Mrs. Roach's parents, George and Alma Amory who gave so much throughout their lives to help others. Alyce Roach graduated in 1942 with a degree in business administration. Alyce passed away in 2014. Gwen Cumming received her degree in psychology from Mary Washington in 1952 and taught high school in Hampton, Virginia. Gwen Cumming served on the Board of Visitors, the UMW Foundation Board, and Alumni Association Board of Directors. Gwen passed away in January 2022. Her daughter, Ann Cumming Milligan '84, is the family scholarship representative.

Photo: Gwen Cumming '52 (left) and Alyce Roach '42 (right)

Gyles R. Norwood is the widower of Dr. Patricia P. Norwood. Dr. Norwood was a music professor at Mary Washington. Upon her death, Mr. Norwood contributed to a scholarship in her memory. Marie A. Somma is the widow of Thomas P. Somma. Mr. Somma was the Director of UMW Galleries. When Tom died in 2007, Marie assisted with the establishment of a scholarship in his memory. In 2014 Gyles and Marie married.

Photo: Dr. Patricia P. Norwood, UMW

Harry Skinker, a member of the UMW business administration faculty for fifteen years, retired as a senior lecturer in 1997. He and his late wife, Alice, established a scholarship to benefit business administration students. Mr. Skinker remarried Margaret Hatcher-Skinker.

Photo: Harry Skinker, Battlefield yearbook 1990

Hattie M. Strong (1864-1950) dedicated her life to helping the less fortunate to help themselves. She disliked "charity" and constantly stressed the value of work, dedication and strength of character. The lengthy list of her charitable activities and honors includes the establishment in 1927 of a retreat near Paris for face-wounded veterans of the French Army (for which she received the Legion of Honor), the establishment of the Hattie M. Strong Foundation, and gifts of various buildings to hospitals, educational institutions and social service agencies in the United States, Europe, Asia and Africa. Established in 1928, the Hattie M. Strong Foundation (HMSF) focuses on education, aimed at students enrolled in teacher-training programs.

Helen Gawron began her freshman year at Mary Washington College in 1942. She later transferred to the University of New Hampshire for her junior and senior years, graduating in 1946 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. She always valued and thought fondly of her time at Mary Washington. After graduation, she went on to a fulfilling career in the communications industry with New England Telephone, currently part of Verizon Corporation. Ms. Gawron valued her experience at Mary Washington and wished to assist needy, deserving students in reaching their goals at the University. Ms. Gawron died in November 2018. The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the contact for the scholarship.

Henry D. Barratt Jr. and Madelin Jones Barratt ’76 established a scholarship in 2001 to honor former Professor of Music Anne F. Hamer. Mrs. Hamer taught at Mary Washington from 1944 to 1980 and was chair of the music department from 1972-1978. She passed away in 2008.

Madelin Barratt graduated in 1976, She majored in music with an emphasis in vocal performance. Mrs. Hamer was her favorite professor. After graduation, Mrs. Barratt taught music in Loudoun County for three years and currently is a volunteer
music teacher at Rivendell School, which her children attend. She also directed the handbell choir and children's choir at The Falls Church (Episcopal). Her husband Henry appreciated her ability to share her talent and love of music with the community and
especially the children she taught. As a student, Mrs. Barratt felt that Mary Washington College, and especially Mrs. Hamer, helped develop her musical talents from just an interest into a vocation. Mrs. Barratt died in 2023. 

Photo: Battlefield Yearbook, 1976

Colonel Henry "Spike" Spicer served his country with a total of 42 years of combined uniformed service and government service. His wife, Grace, served on local community boards including the board for the former Mary Washington College-Community Symphony Orchestra. Henry and Grace were both interested in music and were long-time supporters of the orchestra. They established a scholarship in 2007 through a bequest in Henry's estate.

The Chair of the Department of Music is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: UMW College-Community Orchestra event in Dodd Hall. At the podium is Dr. James Baker, conductor. Taken 1990. Simpson Library Special Collections.

Henry's parents were the first in their respective families to receive college degrees. He graduated from Mary Washington with a degree in German and economics. He and his classmate Michelle Lambiasi Sutphin '00, also a first-generation graduate, established a scholarship in 2013. The impetus for the scholarship is the idea that a college education expands not only the horizons of the graduate, but those of their families.

Photo:  Henry Odom '00, Battlefield Yearbook 2000
Michelle Lambiasi Sutphin '00, Battlefield Yearbook 2000

Dr. In Dal Choi, received a BM degree in voice from Yonsei University, in Seoul, Korea. He continued his voice training at the Juilliard School, Manhattan School of Music (Opera), Mozart Conservatorium in Germany, and at Indiana University where he earned a DMA degree. Dr. Choi has performed major roles in operas including Pagliacci, Fidelio, Tosca, Le Nozze Di Figaro, Madama Butterfly, Rigoletto, Cosi fan Tutte, and others. Dr. Choi is a Professor Emeritus of Music at James Madison University. Currently, he is an adjunct voice professor at the University of Mary Washington. Among his honors are his selection in 2004 to receive the James Madison Distinguished Faculty Award and Outstanding Cultural Diplomat by the Prime Minister of The Republic of Korea. Dr. Choi is a past president of the National Association of Teachers of Singing, Virginia Chapter.

Photo: Dal Choi

A former member of the Board of Visitors, Irene Lundy Brown '39 was named distinguished alumna in 1980 and served as president of the Foundation Board of Directors from 1978-82. In 1986 she received an honorary degree in humane letters from Mary Washington and, in 1995, she received the Alumni Association's service award. Irene Brown personally funded the first Washington Scholarship which was awarded for the 2000-01 academic year. Mrs. Brown passed away in 2006.

Her children, Robert Brown and Brenda B. Hawthorne, are the family representatives for the scholarship.

Photo: Irene Lundy Brown '39, Board of Visitors Meeting, 1961

Irene Piscopo Rodgers '59 earned a bachelor's degree in chemistry from Mary Washington and a master's degree in chemistry from the University of Michigan. During her career, she served her clients and the industry with excellence and energy, holding positions as a chemist, an electron microscopist, and an independent consultant. Her husband, James "Don" Rodgers joined the Signal Corps during World War II and worked with electron microscopes. After the war, he went to work for Philips Electronic Instruments as a product engineer and was later promoted to product manager. He interviewed and hired Irene Piscopo at a time when there were few women scientists. When Don and Irene decided to marry, Irene left the company to get around "the married in the workplace rule" and was hired on as a consultant for Philips. Don had an outstanding career, retiring from Philips in 1988. Irene and her late husband established scholarships and student research fellowships.

Mrs. Rodgers passed away in 2022. Over her lifetime and through her estate, she established 14 scholarships, and many scientific research fellowships, In 2024, the Summer Science Research Institute was named for her.

Photo: Irene Piscopo Rodgers '59

In a field that traditionally belonged to men, Iris Harrell '69 started her own remodeling company and hired mostly women. Having been a teacher in Virginia and a self-taught carpenter in Texas, she took a construction home study course in 1986 and opened Harrell Remodeling Inc. in the San Francisco Bay area. At one point, the award-winning company earned $11 million in annual sales and employed a staff of 50. Harrell credits her undergraduate education with providing her the skills and the self-reliance she needed to strike out and succeed on her own. A first-generation college student, Iris was at UMW on scholarship and student and teacher loans. When her parents divorced during her senior year, she suddenly found herself without resources to complete her studies. However, through the kindness of an anonymous donor, money was found for Iris to stay for her senior year and graduate with her class. Iris says her mother never had the chance to go to college; so, in 2006, Iris established the Evelyn Harrell Scholarship to honor her mother's memory. Now that Iris is retired, she and her spouse of 36 years, Ann Benson, are remodeling their own home and finding time for golf, yoga, square dancing, and travel. Iris and Ann recently revived their musical interests and have formed a group with the same original band name called More Joy. Iris and Ann also led the way in endowing the Class of 1969 50th Reunion Scholarship in time to celebrate the 50th class reunion in 2019.

Photo:  Iris Harrell

Irma R. Master established this scholarship in 2006 through a bequest in her estate in loving memory of her daughter, Martha M. Master, a 1972 graduate of Mary Washington. She wished to assist future UMW students to realize their goals as did her daughter.



Photo: Martha M. Master '72 Battlefield yearbook

Jack Pettit was a chemical engineer and Eleanor Heycock Pettit was a nurse. The couple married just before Mr. Pettit left to fight in WWII with the Navy in the South Pacific. After the war, the Pettits settled in Fredericksburg where Jack took a job at Dahlgren and occasionally taught classes at Mary Washington. Eleanor worked at Mary Washington Hospital from 1957 until her retirement in 1979. Mr. Pettit was active in the Fredericksburg Kiwanis and Mrs. Pettit was active in the Retired Faculty Women and Retired Faculty Wives Club. The couple established a scholarship for incoming UMW freshmen in 1985. Mr. Pettit died in 2010 and Mrs. Pettit died in 2011.

The President of UMW is the contact for this scholarship.

In 1990, Charles "Ed" and Jacqueline Isbell established a scholarship in honor of Charles' mother, Myrtle, on her 90th birthday. Myrtle Isbell was a member of the UMW Class of 1923. At that time, the school was called the State Normal School for Women and offered high school and professional courses. The school prepared most women to become teachers; however, students could study manual, household, or rural arts. Myrtle became a teacher of Home Economics. Mrs. Isbell died in 1994. Charles Isbell passed away in 2019. Myrtle's daughter, Emily Isbell Ukrop, also served as a family representative for the scholarship until she passed away in 2021. Jackie Isbell, Myrtle's daughter-in-law, and Glenda Clifton, Myrtle's granddaughter, are the family representatives.

Photo: Eliza Myrtle Hollins Isbell '23, Battlefield Yearbook, 1923 

Jim and Carrol Morgan '94 establish this scholarship to encourage future generations of Mary Washington students to achieve their dreams in memory of their son, James "Buddy" Morgan III grew up in King George County, Virginia and graduated from Mary Washington College with a Bachelor of Science in Physics in 1986. As a college student, Buddy was greatly influenced in his choice of major by Professor Bulent Atalay. From 1966-2009 Dr. Atalay taught physics at Mary Washington. He won international recognition for his professional presentations and lectures, and his published books, articles, and reviews. Dr. Atalay's love of physics and captivating classes drew Buddy to the field and fueled his interest in space exploration.  After graduation, Buddy took a job with Logicon in Dahlgren, Virginia as a computer analyst. Known for his quick wit and sense of humor, Buddy enjoyed many friendships. He was actively involved in Recovery In Motion Mental Health Support Group, Rappahannock Area Coin club, YMCA, Rock Steady boxing and the Fredericksburg Center for the Creative Arts. He was a lifetime member of the NRA and the Virginia Numismatic Society. Buddy passed away in 2018 after a courageous battle with mental illness and Parkinson's disease.

Photo: James "Buddy" Morgan III '86

James C. '87 and Deborah S. Llewellyn established a scholarship in 2015 to support promising psychology majors. James C. Llewellyn graduated cum laude with honors in psychology from Mary Washington College in 1987. He received an M.S. in psychology from Old Dominion University in 1989. James is very appreciative of the critical thinking, research, and communications skills he learned at Mary Washington. He found that graduate school was easier for him than for other students whose undergraduate curriculum had not prepared them as well. James spent his career in Human Resources, with the last ten years at a Vice President level. Deborah S. Llewellyn earned an undergraduate degree in business administration from the University of Texas at El Paso and an MBA from the University of Tampa. She also works in the field of Human Resources. James and Deborah value higher education and are pleased to help future generations enjoy an excellent educational experience and the opportunities it provides.

Photo: James Llewellyn '87 and Deborah S. Llewellyn
James Llewellyn
 

Patricia Branstetter Revere '63 graduated from Mary Washington in 1963 with a bachelor's degree in medical technology. While her early employment was in the laboratory sciences field, a love of travel ultimately led her to a career in the travel industry. Pat earned a master's degree in art history/museum studies from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1989. She was a faithful supporter and active member of the Mary Washington community, serving on the Alumni Association Board of Directors, the UMW Foundation Board, and the UMW Board of Visitors. Her husband, Dr. James H. Revere, honored Pat with the establishment of a scholarship in 2013. Pat passed away in December 2018. Jim continues to support the scholarship attending University events and meeting scholarship recipients.

Photo: Patricia Branstetter Revere; James Revere with student recipient, 2019 Donor Appreciation Luncheon

Jane Jackson Woerner graduated from University of Mary Washington in 1969 with a bachelors in history and social science. Jane Jackson created this scholarship in honor of her mother, Eleanor Dean Jackson, and in the loving memory of her father Fred Willard Jackson, and her sister Janet Jackson Wright. It was through her familys love and support that enabled Jane to attend and thrive at UMW. Janes time here at UMW is a valuable memory she holds close, and she wishes to to assist future generations of UMW students. 

Photo: Jane Jackson Woerner
 

Jane Vaughan Robinson '69, Patricia Boise Kemp '69, and the late Sara K. Rodgers '69 and other alumni and friends established a scholarship to honor Professor Emeritus Bulent I. Atalay.

Photo: Jane Vaughan Robinson '69, Battlefield yearbook
Photo: Professor Emeritus Bulent Atalay

Janice Coleman '63 grew up on her family's farm in rural Campbell County, Va., and valued her Mary Washington education. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in mathematics and dedicated her professional career to education. She established a scholarship in 2007 with Richard G. Allgaier. Her niece, Robin Coleman Elliott is also a family representative for the scholarship.

Richard Allgaier is a native of Cliffside Park, New Jersey. The blend of having a mother who was a teacher and a father who was a banker provided the valuable background for recognizing the value of combining education and business to develop prudent management of finances, both personally and professionally. Mr. Allgaier spent his professional career with a number of Wall Street firms including First Boston Corporation, E. F. Hutton & Company. Having served as Controller of Middendorf, Colgate, & Company, he accepted a position with Security Pacific National Bank which was merged into The Bank of America. Mr. Allgaier then retired from Bank of America in 1993. Throughout his career, his gratifying endeavors included the times when he served in an internal audit capacity. After officially retiring, he was recruited back into the world of business to serve in an auditing capacity with Swiss Bank Corporation and also to assist in the launch of a business venture of an associate. Mr. Allgaier established a scholarship in 2016.

Photo: Janice Coleman '63 and Richard Allgaier

Nancy Shackelford Jones '66 graduated from Mary Washington in 1966 with a degree in drama and speech. She established a scholarship in 2008 in memory of her parents, Hershel C. and Minnie Hogge Shackelford. Mr. Hershel Shackelford formed the H.C. Shackelford and Son Oil Company and later represented the ARCO Oil Company until his retirement in 1985. Mrs. Minnie Shackelford taught school in the Gloucester public school system for more than 30 years. Together they supported their daughter, Nancy, during her educational pursuit of a degree at Mary Washington. 

Photo: Nancy Shackelford Jones '66

Jennie Sue Breeden Minor '61 established a scholarship in 2003 to honor the memory of her father and stepmother. Mr. I. J. Breeden worked in the real estate industry as an investor, builder, and developer in Fairfax County, Prince William County, Manassas, and Charlottesville. Native Virginians, the couple invested their time and resources in their community and church. Ms. Minor passed away January 9, 2021. 

Photo: Jennie Sue Breeden Minor '61, Battlefield 1961

Jennifer Sharp grew up in Hampton, Virginia. She studied biology at Mary Washington College graduating with a bachelor of science in 1981. After graduation, she received a doctor of medicine from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1984. She is a board certified Family Physician and has been practicing in Newport News since 1987. Jenny and her husband Daniel Warthan have two daughters, Christie and Morgan. With the establishment of this scholarship, Jenny hopes to provide an enriching and broadening educational experience for future generations of Mary Washington students.

Dr. Jerri Barden Perkins received a bachelor's degree in chemistry from Mary Washington and a medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia. She enjoyed a successful career in arthritis research. Her husband, Dr. John Calvin Perkins, M.D., was a graduate of Phillips Exeter Academy, Harvard University, and Harvard Medical School. He practiced internal medicine with a specialty in infectious diseases.
As a student at Mary Washington, Jerri received a scholarship totaling $100, which seems small by today's standards. She recalls how difficult it was to finance her education and appreciates to this day the assistance she received from this scholarship. She has established this research endowment to assist a promising student to achieve their career goals.
Jerri established a scholarship in memory of John in 2013 with the hope that students will know the joy of knowledge and discovery.

Photo: Jerri Barden Perkins '61
Photo: Jerri Barden Perkins '61, Battlefield yearbook

Jessie Ball duPont, a native of the Northern Neck, was the closest living relative of Mary Ball Washington, mother of George Washington. She married Alfred duPont, organizer of E.I. duPont deNemours and Company and one of the world's wealthiest men. She established a merit scholarship in 1947 to honor the memory of her mother.

The President of the University is the contact for the scholarship.
Photo: Jessie Du Pont, Jessie Ball duPont Fund

The JF Environmental Trust Foundation was formed by individuals interested in protecting the local environment. Grants from the Trust support scholarships for students engaged in environmental research on issues concerning the local area.

Marilyn Black majored in chemistry and graduated in 1969. After graduation, Marilyn earned a Ph.D. in chemistry from Georgia Tech. In 1989 she founded Air Quality Sciences, Inc. (AQS), which rapidly became the leading testing and research company focused on reducing chemical and biological indoor air pollution. In 2001, she founded the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute, a non-profit, product certification program. The GREENGUARD certification is a voluntary program for qualifying healthy products based on rigorous, scientific testing and annual re-certification. Today, more than 600 manufacturers worldwide participate and nearly 100,000 different products ranging from flooring, wallcoverings, cleaners, and paint to mattresses, computers, and children's furniture are UL-GREENGUARD certified.

Jim Hall has lived in the Fredericksburg area for 40 years and had a long career at The Free Lance-Star and as an adjunct professor at the University of Mary Washington. His son is a graduate of Mary Washington and his wife, Laura Moyer, works in the UMW Office of University Relations. Jim created a scholarship in honor of his parents, Earl and Mary Hall. Earl graduated from the eighth grade and Mary graduated from high school. They valued education so much that they helped all six of their children graduate from college. Jim hopes this scholarship will support a deserving student from the Fredericksburg region pursue his/her dreams of attending college.

Photo: Jim Hall

John Reynolds served as a member of the Mary Washington Computer Science faculty for 22 years and Joanna was a member of the Mary Washington Modern Foreign Language faculty for 32 years. During their collective five decades as members of the Mary Washington faculty, John and Joanna had the pleasure of teaching and interacting with a great number of bright and highly motivated students. They created a scholarship in 2015 to provide encouragement to future generations of students. John passed away in 2016.

 

Joanne Rehm's father was a member of the armed forces; following his career, the family was stationed in several locations around the US and overseas. She carefully considered several Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania colleges, ultimately deciding that Mary Washington College was the best fit for her. Campus visits with her sister, Mary Jane Rehm Pearcy '71, contributed favorably to her decision. Joanne earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Mary Washington and went on to earn a Master of Arts in Education from George Mason University in 1977. She later married and raised one son, Nathaniel Grant Johnson. Joanne Rehm is firmly committed to the principle of an undergraduate liberal arts education. She fondly remembers Mary Washington as a nurturing environment for inquiry, questioning, and learning. She established this scholarship to allow future generations of Mary Washington students to benefit from a similar educational experience. Mrs. Rehm passed away in November 2014. Her son, Nathaniel Johnson, is the family representative for the scholarship.
Photo: Joanne Rehm

 

Joseph J. Cella III, his son, Joe, family, and friends established a scholarship in memory of Emily Cella. Emily was a rising junior at UMW with a positive attitude and an interest in criminology and psychology when she was killed in an auto accident. Joe and Kathy Cella continue to support this scholarship in support of Mary Washington students.

Photo:  Joe and Kathy Cella, Annual Donor Luncheon

During Professor of Biology Joella Killian’s 34-year career in the Mary Washington Department of Biological Sciences, she taught and mentored many fine students who have gone on to do vital work in combating climate change and supporting ecosystems and biodiversity. She was recognized for her excellence in undergraduate teaching, receiving UMW’s highest teaching honor, the Grellet C. Simpson Award, in 2013.

Michael Killian was first a Mary Washington student earning credentials to teach in Virginia Public Schools. Later he joined the UMW faculty as a laboratory specialist and was promoted to Senior Lecturer.  Mike conducted significant species research, co-authored multiple scientific papers, and trained and mentored lab assistants and student researchers.

As frequent audience members, Joella and Michael are grateful patrons of the UMW Theatre program. Their respect and admiration for the Department of Theatre and Dance, led by Gregg Stull, grew over the years on the occasions when theatre majors found their way into their classrooms. Theatre majors brought a sense of curiosity and innovation not always present in other majors. The Killians established a scholarship in gratitude for the enriching effects of the Department of Theatre and Dance on the greater campus community.
 

John and Elizabeth Kern Odom Loughran '69 are the parents of Meredith C. Loughran '94. A scholarship was established to honor Meredith in 1998 by the Board of Visitors. LTJG Loughran, a math major who died in a U. S. Navy plane crash in November 1998, served her country with honor and distinction.

Photo: John Loughran, 2015
Photo: Meredith C. Loughran '94, Battlefield yearbook 1991
 

John and Helen Hindinger's respective careers set them on the path to becoming world travelers. John retired as an executive with Mobil Oil and his area of expertise was retail facility placement through the U.S., Europe, and the Pacific Rim. Through his travels, he enjoyed exploring the world's art museums, great and small. Helen began her career with Pan American World Airways in their world headquarters in New York City, later transferring to Los Angeles where she met John. As John's career necessitated several moves around the U.S., Helen continued her career as a professional travel consultant. In their later years, both still enjoy active adventure travel and to date have visited 47 countries around the globe. The Hindingers established an annual scholarship for study abroad and plan to endow the scholarship through their estate plans. John passed away in October 2022, Helen continues to support their scholarship and UMW study abroad.

Photo:  John and Helen Hindinger

Trenda Powell graduated from Mary Washington College in 1982, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in American Studies. Trenda was actively involved as a student and served as President of the Class of 1982. She is grateful for the leadership skills she developed at Mary Washington and has used those skills throughout her life. Trenda received her Masters of Christian Leadership from the John Leland Center for Theological Studies in 2014. She and her husband John are passionate about helping others through mission trips and community involvement. Trenda was the first in her family to attend college, and her sister joined her at Mary Washington two years later. Trenda recognizes the challenges that face students who are the first in their family to attend college and she hopes to help future first-generation Mary Washington students have a successful academic experience.

John and Roberta Cope created a scholarship in 1998 to honor the memory of their son, a 1983 graduate of Mary Washington, who was a promising research chemist for Revlon where he developed synthetic cosmetic emollients. Additional contributions were made by family members including John's widow, Denise Adams Cope, and his sister Debra Cope. Colonel Cope passed away in 2018. Roberta and Debra continue to be the family representatives.

Photo: John Cope '83, Battlefield 1983

Dr. John Harding and his sister, Miss Carey Harding '47, established a scholarship in memory of their mother Florence Elizabeth Jett Carey Harding 1918. The Harding family has lived on the Northern Neck of Virginia since the seventeenth century. Florence Harding fondly remembered her time at the State Normal and Industrial School for Women, as Mary Washington was known then, as the happiest days of her life. She journeyed to campus by taking a steamboat from Reedville to Baltimore, where she boarded a train to Fredericksburg.

Dr. Harding retired from a 31-year dental practice in Burgess to devote his attention to raising cattle and timber and writing. He has published several books that feature the people who lived on the Northern Neck. Dr. Harding worked his way through college and hopes this scholarship will ease the way for other Mary Washington students who call the Northern Neck home.

Photo: Florence Carey Harding 1918, Battlefield yearbook, 1917

John Kleiner is the son of R. Murray Kleiner, husband of Josephine Griffith Kleiner '34. While in college, "Jo" served in the student government and was editor of the Battlefield. She received a B.S. in Education from Mary Washington and taught school. When Josephine's daughter, Mary Jo, was killed in an automobile accident in 1983, they established a scholarship in her memory. When Josephine died in 1997, her husband, R. Murray Kleiner, established a second scholarship in his wife's memory. Mr. Kleiner passed away in 2002, and his son John Kleiner is the family representative.

Photo: Josephine Griffith Kleiner '34, Battlefield yearbook

John Lambertson has established a scholarship in memory of his wife of thirty-five years, Katherine Aaslestad, who died from ovarian cancer in 2021. Katherine and John met at Mary Washington, and both graduated in 1985, with Katherine receiving a degree in history and John a degree in art history and French. Katherine considered Louisiana her childhood home and graduated from high school in Maryland. She studied dance, history, and German at Mary Washington, before taking a two-year leave of absence to study at the prestigious Martha Graham School of Dance, and subsequently returning to graduate. Katherine and John then attended graduate school together at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Katherine began her career at West Virginia University in 1997 and attained the rank of Professor of History, specializing in modern Germany. She received numerous awards for her teaching and her internationally acclaimed research, and she accepted the Distinguished Alumnus Award from the University of Mary Washington in 2007.

John Lambertson is a professor in the Department of Art at Washington and Jefferson College, Washington, PA. He is the Edith M. Kelso Chair of Art History and he teaches the art history survey sequence and upper-level courses on modern art. 
 

John M. Kramer is a Distinguished Professor of Political Science at the University of Mary Washington. He received his Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Virginia and has taught at Mary Washington since 1971. In 2002, the Virginia Social Science Association honored him as the Outstanding Political Scientist in Virginia; and in 2008, the University of Mary Washington bestowed upon him the Grellet C. Simpson Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching. Mary Louise Kramer has had a distinguished career practicing law with the Richmond, Virginia, based firm, Two Rivers Law Group, where she is a Senior Partner specializing in Workmen's Compensation law. She is a graduate of the University of Richmond School of Law, where she was a member of the Law Review. In 2017 John funded a scholarship in memory of his mother, Helen Walsh Kramer, who he credits with inculcating in him the love of reading.

Photo: John and Mary Lou Kramer
John Kramer
 

Mr. and Mrs. John Russell were longtime supporters of the orchestra through generous contributions as well as concert attendance. They established the Russell-Sabetty Orchestra Scholarship to honor their family and in memory of John's sister, Blanche Sabetty. Mr. Russell died in 2004. Family friend Lucy Ellett is the scholarship representative.

Photo: Lucy Ellett

Joe and Kathy Cella, their son Joseph and his wife Kelly, and family and friends established a scholarship in memory of Emily Cella. Emily was a rising junior at UMW with a positive attitude and an interest in criminology and psychology when she was killed in an auto accident. Joseph and Kelly Cella continue to support this scholarship in support of Mary Washington students.

Photo: Emily Cella, Battlefield yearbook

Married to Drew Colison, Judith Hirschbiel Colison '68 utilized her degree in mathematics by serving nearly 30 years with the Network Operations of the Defense Contract Audit Agency. With the assistance of her brother, Paul O. Hirschbiel Jr., she established a scholarship in 2009 through her estate. Paul serves as the family representative.

Photo: Judith Hirschbiel Colison '68, Battlefield yearbook

Although Judith Jackson Jones' parents, A. Haskin and Edith Nunnally Jackson, were unable to pursue a higher education, they possessed a lifelong passion for learning. Realizing that a college education would enrich their daughter's life, they expected Judy to excel academically and complete the requirements to be admitted to college. The mission, principles and values set forth by Mary Washington College were very closely aligned with those of the family and Judy was encouraged to apply. Although Mary Washington was not initially her first choice, once she became involved in her classes and with classmates, Judy knew that she had made the correct decision. Judy values her experience at Mary Washington. Not only did she grow academically, but also emotionally and socially, all of which gave her skills to meet life's challenges. It is with gratitude to her parents that she offers financial assistance to qualified students to enjoy an enlightened life through a quality education.

Photo: Judith Jackson Jones '68, Battlefield 1968

Friends, Lloyd Backstrom '61, Lynda S. White '71, and Judith Wigton '61 were instrumental in establishing a scholarship in memory of Professor Pauline Grace King. Dr. King was an alumna and a much-beloved member of the faculty in the Department of Art. She was known as a mentor, role model, and champion to her students.

Photo: Pauline Grace King '36, Battlefield yearbook 1936

 

Judith A. Crissman earned a bachelor's degree from Thiel College in Greenville, Pa., and a Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She joined the Mary Washington College faculty in 1968 and spent the next 40 years teaching and interacting with bright and highly motivated Mary Washington students. She established a scholarship in 2013 in memory of her parents, Robert and Louise Crissman.

Photo:  Judith Crissman

Judy Mansfield Muller '69 is a award-winning journalist and news correspondent for ABC News. Since graduating, Ms. Muller has returned to Mary Washington as a commencement speaker, a moderator for the Fredericksburg Forum, and as a guest author for the President's Book Club. She funded a scholarship in 1996 to benefit English majors.

Photo: Judy Mansfield Muller '69

Jules and Jan Broom established a scholarship in 2000 as a tribute to their daughter, Shannon. Shannon graduated from Mary Washington in 1997 with a degree in studio art. She was killed in a car crash in 1998.

Photo:  Shannon Broom
Photo:  Jan Broom

Alice Warren Twiddy graduated in 1915 from the State Normal School for Women at Fredericksburg, which later became the University of Mary Washington. A native of Cape Charles, Virginia, Alice married Calvin H. Twiddy after finishing her studies. As a homemaker, she nurtured her daughter, Jeanne, and was active in civic and volunteer capacities in historic Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Throughout her life, she also held a love of music and the United Methodist Church.

Jeanne Twiddy Suttle died peacefully with her husband, Julien Lafayette Suttle, by her side on August 20, 2018. A native of Elizabeth City, she attended college in California and returned to Elizabeth City to work for the Elizabeth City Chamber of Commerce after college. She lived in Mississippi, was recognized as an avid golfer and proud winner of the Women’s State Golfing Championship of MS in the 1960s. After a move to Winston-Salem in 1967, she worked at the (then) brand new Benton Convention Center. She retired from the City of Winston-Salem as a receptionist. She was a loving, loyal wife of 65 years to Julien and a friend to all that knew her throughout her life. Julien Lafayette Suttle, Jr., died at the age of 95 in 2021. He was a Past President and Alpha-Kappa-Psi Fraternity. He retired from the Social Security Administration where he served as District Manager and was an avid aviator since 1944.

Julien and Jeanne Suttle established a scholarship through their estate plans as a tribute to her mother at the University of Mary Washington in recognition of the love and support she gave them. 
 

June Davis McCormick '49 established a scholarship in 2010, on the occasion of her 60th class reunion, in loving memory of her sister, Evelyn Knight. June grew up in Reedville, Virginia, and graduated from the College of Mary Washington in 1949 with a degree in home economics. She was a proud graduate and served as the Class of 1949 agent until a year before she died. June's professional life was mostly as an assistant to her sister, Evelyn Knight, singer, model and entertainer in the 1940s and 1950s and then to her husband, John McCormick, radio personality of KMOX in St. Louis, Missouri. She was a fun, loyal friend who fiercely loved her family and never forgot her Virginia roots as well as a lover of all things purple. Mrs. McCormick passed away in February 2019 the day after her 92nd birthday. Her niece, Happy Urick, is the scholarship representative.

Photo: June David McCormick '49, Battlefield yearbook, 1949

Karen Laino graduated from Mary Washington College with a bachelor's degree in German in 1971. After graduation, she accepted a commission in the United States Marine Corps. During her almost 10-year career with the Marine Corps, Karen often spearheaded jobs that had never been done by women. She left the Marine Corps in June 1979 as the first woman commanding officer of a Fleet Marine Forces Company. The following year Karen was recommissioned in the US Navy as a Lieutenant Commander cryptologist. In her 21-year career with the Navy, she spent several tours as a commanding officer and Inspector General, traveling to cryptologic sites worldwide. Just after 9/11, with almost 30 years of service, she retired as the senior Navy Captain in cryptology. Retirement did not last long for Karen and she was immediately selected to the Senior Executive Service for the Department of Defense where she served in a Legislative Affairs position assigned to the US Senate and later as the Director of Intelligence Programs for the National Security Council. She transferred to SHAPE (Supreme HQ Allied Powers Europe), the military arm of NATO, in Mons, Belgium, where she chaired the NATO Advisory Committee on Special Communications. She later became the Director of Intelligence at NATO Headquarters, Brussels. While there, Karen and her husband Ralph had the opportunity to travel throughout the Alliance and Partnership nations learning cultures and mores from around the globe.

Karen is a life-long learner and earned a Master of Arts in Secondary Education Administration in 1973 from Pepperdine University and a Master of Science in International Relations and Affairs in 2014 from Troy University, as well as extensive graduate work at the National War College in National Security Strategy and Policy.

Karen's aim for this scholarship is to motivate students to enrich their own lives with a better understanding of the world in which we live. By making international study available to students who otherwise could not afford it, Karen hopes to promote a better understanding of American/foreign relations and assist future generations of Mary Washington students to obtain a quality education.

Photo: Karen Laino '71 Battlefield yearbook

Karrie Nelson Ferguson graduated with a degree in sociology from the University of Mary Washington in 1983. Today she has a fulfilling career in healthcare business development and sales. She remembers the tremendous benefit of receiving a privately-funded scholarship as a student which enabled her to focus on school and graduate and so she has established a scholarship.

Photo: Karrie Nelson '83, Battlefield yearbook; Karrie Ferguson, LinkedIn

Katherine Edmondson Hopper majored in science and minored in mathematics and history at Mary Washington College, graduating Phi Beta Kapa in 1929. She began teaching mathematics and science in Fairfax County public schools in 1931. After earning a master's degree in guidance and counseling from George Washington University, she became a school counselor in 1939 and eventually coordinated pupil services for all of Fairfax County. Katherine was active in professional organizations and served as president of the Virginia Education Association. In retirement, she served as Director of Governor's School at Mary Washington College. She was a member of the Mary Washington Board of Visitors and Foundation Board of Directors. In recognition of her service, the College honored her with the Alumni Association's Distinguished Alumnus Award in 1979 and an honorary doctorate of humane letters in 1984. Katherine died in 1999. She established a scholarship through a gift annuity residual and estate gift and with the assistance of her nephew, William Tulloh, niece, Frances Ferguson, and other friends including alumna Rita Stone '52 who serve as representatives for this scholarship.

Photo: Katherine Edmondson Hopper '29, Battlefield 1929

Katherine "Kate" Mayo Schmidt was a member of the class of 1949 and received a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in English. She met her husband, Bill, when he was in the Navy following World War II. Bill and Kate settled in Houston, Texas, where Kate earned her master's degree from the University of Houston. She taught for many years in the Houston Independent School District, with a focus on English and literature, moving on to become a counselor for Milby High School where she ran the testing and ESL programs. Kate was an avid reader of literature, American history, politics, and mysteries. She was a formidable grammarian and crossword master, an excellent bridge player, with an amazing memory for poetry and was known for her quick wit. Kate and Bill were generous philanthropists. Having made an important donation at his alma mater, the University of Houston, Kate wanted to do the same for MWC. She established a scholarship through a charitable gift annuity. Kate passed away in 2018.

Her son, Billy Schmidt, is the scholarship family representative.

Photo: Katherine Mayo Schmidt '49, Battlefield 1949

Katherine Roberts Boyd '40 worked as an exploration associate for the American Petroleum Institute and volunteered for many charitable organizations. She established a scholarship in 2006 through her estate to honor her mother, Lou Perkins Roberts. Eleanor Olsen is the scholarship contact.

Photo: Katherine Roberts Boyd '40, Battlefield yearbook, 1940

Kathleen Dawson Caldwell '71 is the widow of Professor Hamlin Caldwell, Jr. A scholarship was established in his honor in 2005. The UMW Department of History and American Studies and friends and family of Hamlin “Ham” Caldwell Jr., established the Hamilton A. Caldwell, Jr. Scholarship in History to honor his memory. An adjunct member of the faculty at Mary Washington for 12 years, he was known for his generous spirit, his devotion to students, and his perpetual sense of humor.

Photo: Kathleen Dawson Caldwell '71, Battlefield 1971

Kathryn Holman '45 and Douglas Wiggins, established a scholarship in 2007 through a charitable gift annuity. Kathryn "Kitty" earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Mary Washington and said she cherished the friendship of her classmates. She was secretary of the Outing Club, where students took hikes, trips, and other outings. Mr. and Mrs. Wiggins were active volunteers within their church and community until their deaths in 2007. 

Kitty and Doug's sons, D. Scott Wiggins and Dave Wiggins serve as the scholarship representatives.


Photo: Kathryn Holman '45 Battlefield yearbook

Kathy Liggett graduated from Mary Washington College in 1969. She continued her education at Washington University in St. Louis earning an M.A. in 1971. Kathy taught high school French in Fairfax County public schools until her retirement in 2006. She currently is an Adjunct Professor at DuPage University. Kathy established a scholarship in 2019 so that future generations of Mary Washington students could benefit from the experience of living in another culture.

Photo: Battlefield Yearbook 1969

In 2019, The UMW Foundation Board, through the support of alumni, friends, family and colleagues of Kathleen Shepherd Mehfoud '70, established a scholarship in her honor. Kathleen Shepherd Mehfoud graduated from Mary Washington College in 1970 with a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics. She continued her education, earning a Master of Commerce in 1974 and a J.D. in 1978 from the University of Richmond. Kathy followed her passion for the law into private practice with a special emphasis in the area of education. She has served in numerous leadership advisory roles for University of Mary Washington including the Chair of the UMW Foundation Board of Directors and member of the UMW Board of Visitors for eight years and Rector for two years. Kathy's extraordinary devotion to Mary Washington was recognized with the 2004 award of both the Washington Medallion and the Frances Liebenow Armstrong Service Award.

Photo: Kathleen Shepherd Mehfoud '70, Battlefield 1970 Second Photo: Reed Smith LLP

Originally from New Jersey, Mrs. Osterman majored in biology at Mary Washington. She enjoyed a fulfilling career at Johnson & Johnson for more than 30 years. In 2007, she funded an endowment to provide a scholarship to out-of-state students.

Photo: Ken and Jennifer Fankhauser Osterman '73
Photo: Jennifer Fankhauser Osterman '73, Battlefield yearbook

Kent M. Miner established a scholarship in memory of his mother, Anne Merritt Miner '55. Mrs. Miner taught elementary and junior high school students for more than 25 years. Her family supports this scholarship as a fitting legacy to honor their mother’s life work of teaching and connecting with children.

Photo: Anne Merritt Miner '55, Battlefield yearbook 1954

Kern Hairston helped to establish a scholarship in memory of his brother Ronald Keith Hairston, who gave many years of service to Mary Washington and to the Upward Bound program.

The Kiwanis Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Fredericksburg Kiwanis Club. Through donations and fundraising activities, financial resources are combined and invested to make grants to Kiwanis projects that serve children.

Kurt Leidecker, professor of philosophy from 1948-1973, remembered Mary Washington through his estate plans. He created a scholarship in 1994 in memory of his wife, Elsa.

The chair of the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Professor Kurt Leidecker, 1950

Larry Valade established a scholarship in memory of his wife, Thyra, to honor her dedication to protecting wildlife. A native of Denmark and a longtime resident of Stafford County, Virginia, Mrs. Valade spoke up for the environment when needed. Her love of animals and a special fondness for birds led the couple to donate 20 wooded acres to UMW. Larry also supports the Department of Biological Sciences faculty-led trips and ornithology research.

Photo:  Larry Valade, Annual Donor Appreciation Luncheon

Laurie Mansell Reich '79 majored in history at Mary Washington and went on to obtain a master's degree in fine arts from Chatham University. Henry E. Reich, Jr. graduated from the University of Illinois with a bachelor's degree in journalism and holds a J.D. degree from Georgetown University. In 2008, Mrs. Reich established a scholarship in honor of Professor William B. Crawley, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Reich established a scholarship in 2013 to attract and support outstanding students interested in creative writing.

 

Lawrence R. McMurtry retired after a 40-year career with Fredericksburg Savings & Loan (now BB&T) where he rose from manager to president and Chairman of the Board. At the time of his retirement, Fredericksburg Savings & Loan was Virginia's 10th largest thrift institution. Mr. McMurtry was active in community affairs and served as a member of the Fredericksburg City Council. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence McMurtry established five scholarships at Mary Washington. When Mr. McMurtry died in 1998, his son-in-law, Samuel C. Harding, Jr., became the family representative for these scholarships. Samuel Harding also worked for Fredericksburg Savings & Loan and became its President in 1992. He was instrumental in the establishment of several additional scholarships at UMW. Mr. Harding is retired and serves on the UMW Foundation Board of Directors.

Photo: Lawrence McMurtry

Kevin and Lee Enos Kelley '66 established a scholarship in 2007 in memory of Lee's college roommate, Mary Farley Talley '66. Kevin Kelley passed away in 2017.

Photo: Lee Enos Kelley '66

Professor Frackelton has practiced law in Fredericksburg and concentrated on tax, estate planning, and business transactions. He began teaching at Mary Washington in 1986, teaching classes in the mornings and practicing law in the afternoons. He taught courses on tax law, business law, and accounting principles during his tenure.  His real-world experience made the subject matter come to life and made him a popular instructor. His passion for accounting inspired many students to pursue further study and to strive for a CPA qualification. Many of these students are now his colleagues. Together, they endow this scholarship to continue Professor Frackelton's example and encourage Mary Washington students to obtain their CPA. Professor Frackelton, alumni, and friends established an endowed scholarship for accounting students planning to pursue a career as a CPA or graduate study in accounting.

Lenore Gilbert Bowne '66 established a scholarship in 2008 in memory of her mother, Elinor Pierson Gilbert. She wished to help future generations obtain a high-quality education, and to support UMW initiatives toward creating a diverse student population.

Photo: Lenore Gilbert Bowne '66, Battlefield 1966

Lester D. Crow taught at Mary Washington and established a scholarship in 1982 to help students preparing to become teachers. He was a professor of education and supervisor of the training school. The Dean of the College of Education is the representative for this scholarship. 

Photo: Professor Lester D. Crow, Battlefield yearbook 1927

Linda A. Loy received her BA in history from Mary Washington College in 1965. She lives in Alexandria, Virginia, with her husband, Lee Gurel, Ph.D. Over the years, Linda has seen how unanticipated expenses can derail a student's educational plans and limit their opportunity to succeed. She hopes that this endowment will assist deserving students to complete their education at the University of Mary Washington.

 

Friends, Lloyd Backstrom '61, Lynda S. White '71, and Judith Wigton '61 were instrumental in establishing a scholarship in memory of Professor Pauline Grace King. Dr. King was an alumna and a much-beloved member of the faculty in the Department of Art. She was known as a mentor, role model, and champion to her students.

Photo: Pauline Grace King '36, Battlefield yearbook 1936

 

Loreeda Jones received her bachelor's degree in English from Emory and Henry College and master's in Bible and theology from Scarlett College and Vanderbilt University School of Religion. She served as Director of Christian Education for Methodist churches in Harrisonburg, Virginia, and Honolulu, Hawaii, prior to joining Mary Washington in 1963. Loreeda assumed the position of a diaconal minister of the United Methodist Church and served as the campus minister for the Wesley Foundation, creating a vitally active program involving both students and faculty. In 1970, under her leadership, the Wesley Foundation became ecumenical and changed its name to the Campus Christian Center. Loreeda retired from her position as campus minister in 1987 and married Ralph A. Niemann. Mr. Niemann was the head of the Strategic Systems Department at the Naval Surface Warfare Center at Dahlgren, Va. Together they enjoyed traveling and community activities. In 1988 Loreeda helped to establish a scholarship in Ralph's memory, the Ralph A. Niemann Scholarship in Computer Science. She funded a second scholarship in 1999 to benefit religion majors, the Loreeda Ruth Jones Niemann Scholarship in Religion. She passed away in 2013. The Department chairs are the contacts for these scholarships.

Photo: Loreeda Jones, Mary Washington College Today 1987

Louis Marmo graduated from the University of Mary Washington with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration in 1994 and earned a Master of Business Administration in finance from Monmouth University in 2000. He is currently Chief Financial Officer for Liqui-Box, a liquid packaging solutions company based in Richmond, Virginia. Lou is very committed to Mary Washington's College of Business and serves on its Advisory Board. He has established scholarships for entering freshmen to promote the University to Richmond area high school students.

Photo:  Louis Marmo '94

After graduating from Mary Washington in 1956, Louise Wilkes Robertson '56 went on to receive her doctorate in medicine from the Medical College of Virginia and was board certified in pediatrics and pediatric cardiology. She was educated by a family practice scholarship and served both her residency and fellowships at MCV. Dr. Robertson was primarily a teacher throughout her career. She established an outreach program for pediatric cardiology and served as a patient advocate in clinics for indigent patient care. Until her retirement, she continued to run a clinic once a week for children and adult congenital heart disease patients. She believed that education is very important and she enjoyed teaching health education and considered it a privilege to do so. She established a scholarship at Mary Washington in 2006. Dr. Robertson died in 2017.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association serves as the contact for this scholarship.

Photo:  Louise Wilkes Robertson '56, Battlefield yearbook

Lt. Colonel (retired) Iver C. and Alysa Fitschen, established an award to memorialize their daughter Ann, whose life unexpectedly ended shortly after her graduation from Mary Washington in 1975. A member of numerous college organizations and honorary societies, including Phi Beta Kappa, Pi Gamma Mu, and Alpha Phi Sigma, Ann graduated with highest distinction and honors in political science. Lt. Colonel Iver Fitschen passed away June 20, 2014.

Lucy Catherine Lutterbie '70 is the widow of Professor Carlton R. Lutterbie, Jr. She helped to establish a scholarship in his memory in 2005. Dr. Lutterbie was a professor of English and chairperson of the Department of English, Linguistics, and Speech. He taught English for 21 years and also served as a member of the Editorial Board of Mary Washington College Today. He died November 21, 1988.

Photo:  Lucy Catherine Lutterbie '70

Friends, Lloyd Backstrom '61, Lynda S. White '71, and Judith Wigton '61 were instrumental in establishing a scholarship in memory of Professor Pauline Grace King. Dr. King was an alumna and a much-beloved member of the faculty in the Department of Art. She was known as a mentor, role model, and champion to her students.

Photo: Lynda White '71

Lynne Richardson is the UMW Dean of Business. She and her husband, Woody, pledged to support a Business Scholar for four years.

 

Lynne Williams Neave '61 established a scholarship in 2015. Lynne graduated from Mary Washington College with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics in 1961. She enjoyed an outstanding career with Pan American World Airways, Inc., from 1964-1991, serving in various positions in the areas of sales, computer technology, budgeting, financial analysis, reporting and forecasting. She also represented Pan Am at International Air Traffic Association (IATA) conferences for several years. Subsequent to her employment at Pan Am, Ms. Neave served on the Board of Directors for the Isaac Tuttle Fund and on various committees for the CT Landmarks Society. She also served as a consultant, including accounting and financial analysis for Marshepaug. Lynne is an active and dedicated UMW alumna, a member of the UMW Foundation Board and the President's Council, and has participated in a variety of roles, including acting as class agent and as a reunion gift committee member. Lynne and her husband, Alexander, loved to travel and enjoyed several trips abroad with the University's President's Travel Club. Alexander passed away in 2019.

Photo: Lynne Williams Neave '61

Noel Sipple established a scholarship with her mother, Anne Sipple, in 2007. Noel said her parents, Herbert and Anne Sipple, taught her the importance of education through personal example. After graduating from Mary Washington, Noel received a master's degree and a Ph.D. at the University of Wisconsin and went on to teach in the community college system for more than 30 years.

Photo: Noel Sipple, 2015 Donor Luncheon
Photo: Noel Sipple '62, Battlefield yearbook

Carole Einarsen Alfriend grew up with an appreciation of the rich cultural heritage passed down from her parents, Robert H. and Ruby N. Einarsen. She remembers fondly the stories told by her Irish mother of learning to cook with her Norwegian mother-in-law as well as the traditions passed down from her grandparents. When it was time to attend college, Carole's parents wanted very much for their daughter to attend Mary Washington. They were very impressed with the academic climate, the size of the student body, and the beauty of the campus. Robert and Ruby were exceedingly proud of the degree in economics that Carole received from Mary Washington. After graduation, Carole worked for the Federal Reserve Bank in Richmond, Virginia where she met and later married Malcolm "Mac" Alfriend. Over the years Carole and Mac enjoyed traveling and have done a genealogy roots trip to the town in Norway where her family originated. Carole was strongly influenced by her father’s Norwegian family and ancestry. They endowed a scholarship in 2019 to support the study abroad experiences in Ireland or Norway and the study of Irish or Norwegian culture or genealogy. Carole passed away in August of 2021.

Photo: Battlefield Yearbook 1969

Marcia Guida earned a  Bachelor of Science in Biology at Mary Washington College in 1983. She continued her education earning a Master of Science in Community Health from Old Dominion University, a Master of Business Administration from Regis University, and a Master of Science in Health Policy from Thomas Jefferson University School of Population Health. Marcia has over 28 years of leadership and practice management experience in health systems administration and policy for Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial lines of business. She is currently the National Lead for value-based solutions at Aetna Medicaid where she travels across the country meeting with physicians, hospitals, and health plans. Prior to joining Aetna in 2015, she worked at Humana where she served as an operation leader for Humana's ACO pilot collaboration with the Brookings Institute. Additionally, Marcia worked on a development team for Clinical Integration/Accountable Care at Trinity Health in Livonia, Michigan, and development and operations of Mercy Accountable Care, LLC at Mercy Health System (a division of Trinity) in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. Marcia married Tom James while they were both working for Humana. Although now divorced, she is very proud of her three sons, Tommy, Michael, and Frank. Tommy is married and is currently teaching high school math in New York City, Michael is a  Ph.D. student at the University of California San Diego studying computer languages and Frank is a software developer for an internet company in Silicon Valley. Marcia remembers her Mary Washington years as a wonderful, life-changing experience. She establishes this scholarship to assist deserving students in reaching their educational and lifetime goals.

Margaret "Peg" Harmon is a William and Mary graduate and worked as a high school counselor. In 2003, Peg and her mother, Frances H. Harmon, established the Rae Elizabeth Smith '59 - Washington Scholarship to honor the memory of their close friend, Rae Elizabeth Smith. Rae received her bachelor's degree in health and physical education from Mary Washington and taught in the Arlington County Public School System for 30 years. Peg's mother "adopted" Rae, and when her mother became very ill, Rae completely took care of her. Peg felt the Washington Scholars program would be the perfect way to thank her.

Photo:  Peg Harmon, Annual Donor Appreciation Lunch

Margaret Shropshire Small grew up in Pennsylvania and enrolled in Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia in 1947. She excelled in college and was a member of Alpha Phi Sigma and Pi Gamma Mu honor societies and Sigma Tau Chi commerce fraternity. Armed with a degree in economics and business administration, Margaret returned home in 1951, married John F. Small, Jr., and raised a family. When she died in 2017, she was the grandmother of ten and great-grandmother of three children. Over the years, Margaret fondly remembered her time at Mary Washington and chose to include her alma mater in her estate plans. The University funded this endowed scholarship in her memory so that future generations of Mary Washington students may benefit from a similar experience. 

Phono: Margaret Shropshire, Battlefield 1951

The late Marguerite Jennings Helbush '41 established a scholarship for an English major through a bequest from her estate in 2005. After receiving her bachelor's degree in 1941, she went on to earn a master's degree in social work in 1946 from the University of Pennsylvania. She felt her experience at Mary Washington was the beginning of a fulfilling career as a social worker, and she wanted to assist future alumni in achieving their goals.

The chair of the Department of English is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Marguerite Jennings Helbush '41, Battlefield yearbook, 1941

Marie Bill is the widow of Professor J. Christopher "Topher" Bill. A scholarship and faculty award were established in Professor Bill's memory after his death in 2001.

Photo: J. Christopher Bill, professor of psychology. Battlefield yearbook 1982
Photo: the spirit rock at UMW after Professor Bill's untimely death in 2001.

Marilyn Mead graduated from Mary Washington in 1948 with a degree in English and married Naval Academy graduate William J. Burke in 1950. During their marriage and his 20-year career in the military, they had two children and 11 military service moves. Mr. Burke retired from the Computer Services Corporation. Mrs. Burke passed away in 2002; Mr. Burke died in 2003. A Washington Scholarship was funded and established in 2003 through a bequest from the estate of William J. Burke. Dr. Carol Burke, their daughter passed away in 2018. Their son, Douglas J. Burke, and his wife Susan, and Joe Athey, their son-in-law, are family representatives for the scholarship.

Photo: Marilyn Mead Burke '48, Battlefield yearbook, 1948

In 1993, Marion K. Chauncey, associate professor emerita of music, established the Rosalie Chauncey Memorial Scholarship in Studio Art to honor her sister, a 1938 graduate of Mary Washington. Rosalie studied art and was a member of Alpha Phi Sigma.

Photo: Marion K. Chauncey, 1946
Photo: Rosalie Chauncey '38, Battlefield yearbook 1937
 

Dean and Professor of English James H. Croushore joined the Mary Washington faculty in 1947 and served in various capacities until his retirement in 1979. He held a Ph.D. from Yale University and taught English at Mary Washington for 32 years. He died in 1995. Mrs. Croushore was involved in the Alumni Association Board and was active in the UMW Retired Women and Retired Faculty Wives Club; she passed away in 2007. Their son-in-law, Holmes Grimm, is the family representative.

Photo: Dean James H. Croushore, 1970

Through a generous donation during her lifetime, as well as an estate gift, Marjorie Dudley Allred of Staunton, Virginia, established a scholarship in 1998 to help students with college expenses. During her college years, Marjorie was active in student government and served as Treasurer of her senior class.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Marjorie Dudley Allred '41, Battlefield yearbook, 1941

As an only child and the daughter of a naval officer, Marjorie Jean Frost '44 appreciated the caring faculty and close-knit campus environment during her years as a student at Mary Washington. After graduation, she served her country through the diplomatic service in Europe and continued to travel throughout her life. She established a scholarship through her estate in 2010.

The chair of the Department of Political Science and International Affairs is the contact for this scholarship.

Marsha Lynn Wilkins '62 is a retired career and rehabilitation counselor at the Veteran's Administration in Washington DC. She funded a scholarship in 1996 as a tribute to her parents, C. Jarrett and Hazel Small Wilkins. Ms. Wilkins was instrumental in the establishment of a scholarship honoring Professor Emeritus of Philosophy George Van Sant in 2010.

Photo: Marsha Lynn Wilkins '62, Battlefield yearbook, 1960

Martha "Marty" Abbott '72 received a bachelor's degree in Spanish with a minor in Latin from Mary Washington and a master's degree in Spanish linguistics from Georgetown University. She worked in education for more than 30 years, coordinated language programs at all grade levels, and received numerous honors and awards, including the Robert Ludwig National Distinguished Leadership Award from the New York Association of Foreign Language Teachers. Ms. Abbott was appointed to the UMW Board of Visitors in 2018. Ms. Abbott established a scholarship in 2011 to assist students pursuing study abroad as part of their academic training.

Photo: Martha Abbott '72, Governor's Board of Visitors Announcement 2018

Martha Kimball Hearn '58 established a scholarship in 2002 to benefit student members of the Philharmonic Orchestra.

Photo: Martha Kimball Hearn '58 Battlefield yearbook

 
Martha Van Zandt Fickett ’63 was a professor of music at Mary Washington. She and friends, family and alumni established a scholarship in memory of her husband, Lewis P. Fickett, Jr.  Distinguished professor emeritus of Political Science Lewis P. Fickett Jr. passed away in 2016. He joined the faculty of Mary Washington in 1963 and taught for 38 years.

Photos: Martha Van Zandt Fickett '63, Battlefield yearbook; Lewis P. Fickett Jr.

Martha Yoch Roberts, a 1941 graduate of Mary Washington, provided for a scholarship through a bequest in her estate in 2006. She enjoyed her experience at Mary Washington and wished to give other students the same opportunities.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Martha Yoch Roberts, Battlefield yearbook, 1938

The Wilder family has a long association with, and deep commitment to, the University of Mary Washington. Vicky Nichols Wilder '80 was the first in her family to attend college. She entered Mary Washington in 1976 as a Regional Scholar, double-majored in psychology and dance, and earned final honors upon graduation with the Bachelor of Arts. She completed the Master of Creative Arts in Therapy degree at Hahnemann Medical College (now Drexel University) and is a dance therapist serving special needs children in Spotsylvania County Schools. Martin A. Wilder, Jr., also the first in his family to attend college, graduated from the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Arts in History (1973), a Master of Education in Counseling (1975), and a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (1987). In 1979, he began work at the Office of Admissions at Mary Washington and met Vicky, who worked as an admissions counselor at Mary Washington after her graduation. He has served the institution for more than 37 years in a variety of positions, primarily in admissions and enrollment services, and since 2010 as Chief of Staff. From 1994 through 2011, he served on the Spotsylvania County School Board, twice serving as Chair, and was instrumental in the establishment of the regional Commonwealth Governor's School. Martin and Vicky were married in 1984 and have three daughters. Nicole Lea Wilder, Victoria Marie Wilder '12, Margaret Zola Wilder '15.

Photo:  Marty and Vicky Nichols Wilder '80

Mary Alice Merchent helped to establish a Washington Scholarship in memory of her husband, Dr. A. Ray Merchent whose career in higher education spanned 37 years. At Mary Washington, he served in many leadership roles, retiring as executive vice president. Mary Alice was born in 1928 in Smyth County and earned an undergraduate degree in English from Emory and Henry College and a master’s degree in counseling from the University of Virginia. She taught school in four Virginia districts and retired in 1993 after serving as director of guidance at James Monroe High School. Mary Alice was a member of Fredericksburg United Methodist Church and served on many committees and boards. Mrs. Merchent joined Fredericksburg United Methodist Church in 1959, and she served on many church committees and boards. Three of her favorites were the foundation, parsonage, and scholarship committees. A. Ray Merchent passed away in 2003. Mary Alice Merchent passed away in 2015. Their three children, Albert Ray Merchent Jr., Martha Elizabeth Merchent, and Alice Ann Merchent Dearing, are the family representatives for the scholarship.

Photo:  Mary Alice Merchent.

The Mary and Daniel Loughran Foundation supports higher education in Washington, D.C., and Virginia. The Foundation established two scholarships at Mary Washington in 1990 and 1994.

Mary Ann Teresa Dorsey was born in Charlottesville, VA, but grew up in Arlington and then Hampton, VA, and graduated from Newport News High School in 1950. That fall, she enrolled in Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia and shortly thereafter her father and mother returned to Charlottesville. As was the pattern in those days, Ms. Dorsey lived in Willard for her freshman year, Virginia during sophomore year, Westmoreland during junior year, and Ball for her senior year. She majored in History with the view to becoming a teacher. She loved Mary Washington, participated in a number of student activities, and excelled academically. As a junior, she was elected to Pi Gamma Mu, the national social science honor society. For her leadership, scholarship, and service to the school as a senior, she was elected to the Cap and Gown Senior Honorary Society, and received the Thomas Jefferson Cup awarded by the Alumnae Association to the outstanding senior for high scholastic standing and service to the college. While on telephone duty in Ball Hall, in October 1953, she met 2nd Lt. Paul Judy, USMC, which led to their marriage in Charlottesville in November 1954. In connection with their 50th wedding anniversary, the Judys dedicated a lounge in Ball Hall in honor of their first meeting and subsequent marriage. The Judys have four children and seven grandchildren and live in Northfield, IL, Naples, FL, and Nantucket, MA.

Photo: The Dorseys
Photo: Mary Ann Dorsey Judy '54, Battlefield yearbook 1954

 

Mary Boyd strives to honor her mother’s memory and contributions to the study of Latin and the Classics with a scholarship named for her. Her mother considered those disciplines a gateway to broad learning and an ability to focus on long-term issues. 

Kathleen “Kay” Johns Turner was born in 1908, coincidentally the year of Mary Washington’s founding, and grew up in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania. At Lincoln High School, courses in Virgil and Cicero stimulated her interest in studying the classics. After graduating as an honor student, Kay attended Grove City College, where her studies included Latin, French, and Spanish. She graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Literature degree, including honors in Latin, in 1929.  Before her marriage, Kay taught Latin and English in Pennsylvania and later in Fairfax County, Virginia. With a nod to her classics education, an ideal day for Kay included a spirited discussion of word origin (she always won). 

Her daughter, Mary Turner Boyd, completed a BA in English at Mary Washington College in 1967. Rather than teach, however, Mary thrived in corporate America. She was recruited by Duke Energy and settled in Charlotte, NC, using communications, planning, and governmental relations skills in a variety of positions. Over the years, Mary has maintained and developed friendships with other Mary Washington grads, including travels with The President’s Club.   

 

After growing up in Richmond, Virginia, and graduating from Thomas Jefferson High School, Mary Elwang enrolled in Mary Washington College with the Class of 1949. She later met and married Sidney Shannon, a Fredericksburg area developer and entrepreneur. She was instrumental in his development of Shannon Airport, the adjoining industrial park and Fredericksburg's Sheraton Hotel. Their three daughters and grandchildren are a joyful part of Mary's life. She later married J. Miles Sharpley and assisted him in his environmental testing business. Mrs. Sharpley values her experience at Mary Washington, cherishes the life-long friendships made during her years on campus, and wishes to assist deserving students in reaching their goals at the University. The institution gratefully acknowledges her commitment to the many students who will benefit from this scholarship.

Patricia "Patty" Shannon is the daughter of Mary Elwang Sharpley '49 and is the family representative.

Photo: Mary Elwang Sharpley '49 Battlefield yearbook

Mary Hudacheck-Buswell '80 is the family representative for the John William and Anne Hamilton Hudacheck Scholarship in Computer Science. She and her siblings, four of whom attended Mary Washington, established the scholarlship in honor of their parents.
Photo: Mary Hudachek-Buswell '80, Battlefield yearbook

Longtime residents of Fredericksburg, Robert and Mary Jane O'Neill were active in economic and real estate development in the city. When Mr. O'Neill died in 2007, Mrs. O'Neill established a scholarship in his memory to enable future generations of Mary Washington students the opportunity to study and mature in the city she proudly calls home.

Mary Janes Ahern '46, known as "Georgia" during her college years, majored in education at Mary Washington and obtained two master's degrees from Johns Hopkins University. She served in education for the Baltimore City Schools for more than 30 years. A bequest from her estate helped to established a Washington Scholarship in 2008.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Mary Alice Janes Ahern '46, Battlefield yearbook, 1946

Mary O. Ambler was a dedicated educator who taught at Fairfax High School. Her estate established a scholarship in 1984 through the Mary O. Ambler Trust. Sally Hazel serves as Trustee.

Mary Virginia Willson '34 and Josephine Griffith Kleiner '34 were college roommates and best friends. Both Mary Virginia and Josephine received a B.S. in Education from Mary Washington and taught school. When Josephine's daughter, Mary Jo, was killed in an automobile accident in 1983, Mary Virginia helped fund a scholarship in her memory. In 1991 she funded a scholarship in memory of her mother, Matilda Stock Willson to benefit students working toward teaching certification in elementary education.

Photo: Mary Virginia Wilson '34 Battlefield yearbook
Photo: Josephine Griffith Kleiner '34 Battlefield yearbook
 

Mary Washington ElderStudy is a membership organization of retirement-aged people who share a love of learning. Each year they offer around 40 two-hour sessions on diverse subjects led by professionals or college faculty. More information can be obtained at www.elderstudy.com.

A history major at Mary Washington, Dr. Marylouise Meder '47 went on to earn a master's degree in library science, an M.A. in history, and a Ph.D. in library science. Dr. Meder was active with the Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Association of University Women. She established a scholarship in 2000. Dr. Meder died in 2008. Mr. Ronald St. Jean, Dr. Meder's brother-in-law, serves as the family representative.

Photo: Marylouise Meder '47, Battlefield yearbook, 1947

Maurine Lienhard Arnott '33 had a kind and charitable nature and established a scholarship in 1974 through a bequest in her estate to help needy students.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Maurine Lienhard Arnott '33 Battlefield yearbook

Merrilyn Sawyer Dodson '68 majored in mathematics at Mary Washington and continued her education at Old Dominion University where she received a master's degree in education. She credits Mary Washington for the opportunity to grow both academically and socially.

Photo: Steve and Merrilyn Sawyer Dodson '68

A native of Warsaw, Virginia, Patricia Barrack Gibson '62 attended Mary Washington with the assistance of a scholarship made possible by the Jesse Ball duPont Fund. She continued her studies and received a master's degree in education from The Citadel. She married Mervyn Gibson in 1963. After a distinguished career in higher education, she retired in 2006 as Dean of the Learning Center at Trident Technical College in Charleston, S.C. Mr. and Mrs. Gibson endowed a scholarship in 2011.

Photo: Patricia Barrack Gibson '62, Battlefield yearbook, 1962

Michael Cirami and Sean Tuffy were friends while students at Mary Washington College. Michael earned a B.S. in business administration and economics, cum laude in 1998 and an M.B.A. with honors from the William E. Simon School at the University of Rochester in 2003. Michael is a vice president of Eaton Vance Management and co-director of Eaton Vance's global fixed-income team in Boston, Massachusetts. Previously, he was employed at State Street Corporation in Boston, Luxemburg and Munich, and with BT&T Asset Management in Zurich. He has served on the University of the Mary Washington Foundation Board of Directors.

Photo: Michael Cirami '98

Michelle Lambiasi Sutphin was the first in her family to graduate from college with a major in English. She and her classmate Henry B. Odom IV '00 established a scholarship in 2013. The impetus for the scholarship is the idea that a college education expands not only the horizons of the graduate, but those of their families.

Photo:  Michelle Lambiasi Sutphin '00, Battlefield Yearbook 2000
Henry Odom '00, Battlefield Yearbook 2000

Mikhael (Mike) Charnoff graduated from Mary Washington College with a degree in Sociology in 1995 and Katherine (Katie) Valentine Charnoff graduated from Mary Washington College with a degree in Anthropology in 2004 and received her Master of Education in 2011. Mike received a Doctor of Juris Prudence from the University of Virginia and has been practicing law ever since. He established the law firm Perry Charnoff PLLC in 2013. Katie worked as a teacher in the Arlington County schools for a number of years. They have been longtime supporters of Mary Washington. Mike has served on the Alumni Association Board as President and was a member of the Centennial Campaign and Mary Washington First Campaign Cabinets. Mike and Katie value higher education and are pleased to help future generations enjoy an excellent educational experience and the opportunities it provides.

Photo:  Michael Charnoff
 

Professor Emeritus of Philosophy George Van Sant taught at Mary Washington from 1958 through to his retirement in 1990. His first wife, Dr. Susan J. Hanna, taught English Mary Washington. When she died in 1994, he helped to establish a scholarship in her memory. He later married Milena S. VanSant. Dr. VanSant passed away in 2013.


Photo: Dr. George Van Sant, 1986

Always a generous supporter with both her time and personal resources, Mrs. Miriam Whitley Knight '48 was instrumental in the establishment of the Center for Historic Preservation. She also served on the Mary Washington Alumni Association Board of Directors and the Board of Visitors. In 2001 she funded a scholarship for historic preservation majors.

Photo: Miriam Whitley Knight '48, Battlefield yearbook, 1948

The recipient of a full scholarship, Molly Bradshaw came to Mary Washington in the fall of 1955 to study pre-med. Finishing her degree in three years, she returned for her graduation with her class in the spring of 1959. With the support of a faculty member, Dr. William A. Castle, Molly accepted a graduate fellowship in Biology at the University of Virginia. One year later, she was married and moved to Florida with her husband. She received her M.A. at the University of South Florida and taught a variety of science-oriented subjects for 25 years, including seventh-grade science, honors biology, marine biology, anatomy, physiology, and honors chemistry. Her husband, Dr. John Clark, passed away in 2011. Today, Molly is retired and enjoys volunteering, travel, tennis, hiking, reading, painting, and spending time with her two children and four grandchildren.

Molly is passionate about providing students with scholarship opportunities because she remembers the impact her scholarship had and desires to help future scholars have a similar experience. She also believes strongly in supporting women to pursue traditionally male-dominated fields in the sciences.




Photo:  Molly Bradshaw '59, Battlefield Yearbook 1959. 

Stanley Albert Owens was a lawyer, Commonwealth Attorney, and served in the Virginia House of Delegates for 16 years, from 1960 to 1976. He was appointed to the College's Board of Visitors in 1975, serving two four-year terms from 1975 to 1983. In 1991, the family and friends of Mr. Owens established a scholarship in his memory. Mr. Owens' children, Stanley A. Owens, Jr., and Molly Parkinson serve as family representatives for this scholarship.

Monecia Helton Taylor '81 received a bachelor's degree in business and has contributed her time and energies to Mary Washington both as a former employee and as a member of various volunteer boards. George Taylor was CEO of several global information companies and participated in a variety of campus programs at UMW. He passed away in 2010. The Taylors established a scholarship in 2002 to benefit a student with a declared major in business.

Photo:  Monecia Helton Shelton '81

Monika D. Scott '44 was born in Helsinki, Finland, and moved to New York with her family in the 1930s. A scholarship at Mary Washington enabled her to attend the College where she majored in fine arts. During her college years, Niki enjoyed participating in musical, theatrical, and dance activities. After graduation, Niki married and raised three sons and a daughter while finding time to be a piano teacher, music critic, and dance instructor. She took great pleasure in introducing her children to opera, great composers, writers, and poets. She established a scholarship in 2011 through a bequest in her estate. Her friend, Philip Lowry, is the scholarship contact.

Photo: Monika Dahl Scott '44, Battlefield yearbook, 1943

Muriel Harmon Lake was a native of Newberry, South Carolina. She graduated from Mary Washington College in 1948, with a B.S. degree in Music. She shared her love of music with family and friends throughout her life. In 1949, she married Dr. Kemper Lake, a physician, from Whitmire, S.C. She helped him in his medical practice through the years. They had three children, Susan, Tricia, and David. Muriel remembered her Alma Mater fondly. She lived to be 91.

Her daughter Susan Lake Jordan is the family representative.

Photo: Muriel Harmon Lake '48 Battlefield yearbook
 

Nancy Duval Andrews '44 served as a class leader and was an emeritus member of the Mary Washington Foundation Board. She endowed the Duval Family Scholarship to honor her family members who have attended Mary Washington. In 1987, she and other class members created the Class of 1944 Memorial Scholarship in memory of former 1944 classmates. Mrs. Andrews passed away in 2013.

Mary Andrews Deworken '75, Nancy's daughter, is the family representative for this scholarship.

Photo: Nancy Duval Andrews '44, Battlefield yearbook, 1943

Nancy L. Palmieri is the widow of UMW geography professor Richard Palmieri. A scholarship was named in his memory by family, alumni, and colleagues in 1997. Known for his collegiality and his enthusiasm for teaching, Dr. Palmieri was an ardent participant in UMW's summer program in Italy. Their daughter, Jessica Palmieri, graduated from UMW in 2002 and is also a family representative for the scholarship.

Photo: Dr. Richard Palmieri at commencecment 1980
Photo: Jessica Palmieri '02 Battlefield yearbook

The National Latin Exam is sponsored by the American Classical League and the National Junior Classical League. The basic purposes of the National Latin Exam are to promote the study of Latin and to encourage the individual student. The chair of the Department of Classics, Philosophy and Religion is the contact for the scholarship.

Nettie Lokey Wiley taught early childhood education after graduating from Mary Washington in 1920. Her husband, Charles L. Wiley, was a Captain in the U.S. Navy and an accomplished photographer. She funded a scholarship through the Foundation that she established after the death of her husband.

Photo: Nettie Lokey Wiley 1920

Nova Thelma Jones established this scholarship in 1986 to honor her sister, Nellie Celeste Jones '46, who enjoyed educating young people. Courtney Fisher Jones '95 serves as the family representative.

Photo: Courtney Jones '95, Battlefield yearbook

Betty Woods Nutting attended Mary Washington for two years and transferred to Wheaton College. After her graduation in 1958, she worked as a preservationist, property developer, and restoration expert in her hometown of Wheeling, West Virginia. Ms. Nutting served on the National Trust for Historic Preservation as the West Virginia advisor for nine years, and served on the West Virginia Archives and History Commission for a cumulative five terms. She also served on the UMW Foundation Board of Directors. In 2013, her husband, Ogden, and son, Robert, honored her with a scholarship funded through the Nutting Foundation.

Photo: Robert Nutting

Geane T. Mulholland was instrumental in establishing a scholarship in memory of her daughter, Susan Mulholland Breedin '86. A Mary Washington alumna, Mrs. Breedin joined the University faculty in 1990 as a dance instructor and also taught at the Academy of Ballet in Fredericksburg. She passed away in 2000, and she is remembered for her love of dance and enthusiasm for teaching. She kept the dance department alive through a difficult time even when there was no dance major. Olivia is Susan's daughter.

Photo: Olivia Breedin, LinkedIn

Patricia (Pat) H. Jernigan, COL, USA Retired, was born in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, where her father, an Army Engineer, was stationed before he left for a combat assignment in Europe. After WWII, she joined him in Germany in late 1946, where they lived in one of the few houses not destroyed by Allied bombing during the war. After a few additional moves and retirement in 1952, they moved back to Washington, D.C.

Pat attended D.C. public schools and vividly recalled her excitement at being accepted at Mary Washington College. As a freshman, she lived in Willard Hall with three other young women. Though history was her major, she also focused on related courses in economics and geography. Sports, including field hockey, horseback riding, and swimming, were also important to her.

In her senior year, Pat investigated positions at several government agencies but found that her skills did not match restrictive new-hire requirements. Women’s job opportunities at the time were often challenging. Her life was changed by a postcard from a Women’s Army Corps (WAC) recruiter in Richmond, Virginia. They met for cokes in the C-Shoppe where she learned about Army schooling, jobs, and travel opportunities. Pat applied and was accepted but had to withdraw when she learned that the training course was scheduled to begin at a time when she would be in California. Once back from her trip, Pat renewed her military search focusing on the Navy. She discovered a Navy officer candidate class starting in October and signed up. At the time, she didn’t understand how different the opportunities were for women in the two services. Women’s military service was restricted by both public law and internal service policies, limiting opportunities, training, assignments, and promotions. Having completed her Navy obligation and discouraged by the restrictions, she applied for and received an interservice transfer to the WAC. While many of the restrictions also applied to the WAC, the opportunities for training, travel, and responsible jobs were far greater at that time.

Over the next 26 years, Pat served three times in Germany, once in Vietnam, Alabama, and Washington, D.C., and traveled the world as an Army Inspector General for four years. Her last assignment before retirement was as the chief of staff of a 2,500-person Army agency. Slowly, over many years, discriminatory policies and laws limiting women’s service were removed, with several restrictions ended by the Supreme Court. The final restriction, a prohibition against combat service by women, was finally removed in 2015. Modern military service differs from what Pat experienced in the 60s and 70s. Today, the opportunities are virtually unlimited for women in all the services.

Since retirement, she has worked and volunteered for several small companies, including the Smithsonian and several veterans’ organizations. Pat credits Mary Washington with providing an excellent education and developing maturity and character. She looks forward to enhancing the opportunities for students to foster their educational and professional goals.
 

Pat McGarvey graduated from Mary Washington College in 1964 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dramatic Arts and Speech. She met her husband, Bill Lucas, while acting on stage in what is now Klein Theater; they went on to raise two children, Emily and Thomas.  After graduation, she began her career teaching near her family home in Virginia Beach and later in Pennsylvania. Mrs. Lucas valued her experience at Mary Washington and wishes to assist needy, deserving students in reaching their goals at the University. She passed away in 2021, her husband, Bill, is the family representative for the scholarship. 
 

Patricia M. Dunnington and her late husband, Walter M. Dunnington, trustees for the Seth Sprague Foundation, were instrumental in the establishment of an award and a scholarship at Mary Washington. Both endowments were established to honor Emil R. Schnellock, an American artist and professor in art at Mary Washington College from 1938-1958.

Photo: Professor Emil R. Schnellock and students painting the murals in Monroe Hall.

Patricia Swaffin Cayton is the sister of Esther Swaffin, who was killed in a car accident during her senior year at Mary Washington. Her family and classmates contributed generously to establish this scholarship in 1965. Patricia is the family representative for the scholarship.

Photo: Catherine Swaffin '59,1959 Battlefield yearbook; Esther Swaffin, 1965 Battlefield yearbook

Patrick P. Jardin funded an endowed scholarship in memory of his daughter, Deborah Ann Jardin '01. “Deb,” as she was affectionately called by co-workers at Mary Washington, was generous, hardworking, and tenacious during her nine years of service. She applied her detailed work ethic to several departments on campus as well as to her work as a graduate student. In 2001, she graduated from Mary Washington with a master of arts in liberal studies. After a brave battle with cancer, Deb passed away in 2004. 

Patricia "Patti" Boise Kemp graduated from Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia in 1969 with a bachelor's degree in physics. Patti pursued a career in teaching and taught Advance Placement Computer Science and Calculus. In addition to teaching, she also served on the Virginia Department of Education software development committee and as a consultant and national workshop instructor for Texas Instruments' Professional Development Services. She has served as President of the UMW Alumni Association and currently serves on the UMW Foundation Board. In addition to funding scholarships in her name, she also helped to establish the Class of 1969 Laura V. Sumner Memorial Scholarship, and the Class of 1969 50th Reunion Scholarship, and the Atalay Scholarship in Physics.

Photo: Patti Boise Kemp '69, UMWF Board of Directors

Mr. Paul Dresser served on the UMW Board of Visitors from 1992 to 2000, including four years as Rector, and on the Foundation Board from 2001 to 2014. He established scholarships in memory of his first wife, Judith, and in honor of his daughter, Amanda. After Judith's death, he married Julie Baxter and later established a scholarship in her honor. Julie Baxter received a BSN from George Mason University and has worked as a medical surgical and ICU nurse. Volunteer work with Hospice led her to a transition from acute care to palliative care and hospice nursing. Amanda Dresser Gada graduated from UMW in 1995 and was an All-American swimmer during her freshman and sophomore years.

Photo: Paul Dresser and Julie Baxter, 2014 Donor Luncheon
Photo: Amanda Dresser Gada '95, Battlefield yearbook
 

Peggy Ellis Gill '53 majored in chemistry at Mary Washington and continued her graduate studies at Northwestern University. She retired from Harvard in 1990, where she focused on connective tissue research. Ms. Gill established a scholarship in 2001 to provide financial support to a student majoring in the physical sciences. Ms. Gill passed away in 2017 and her husband Paul is the family representative.

Photo: Paul and Peggy Ellis Gill '53

Paul Sukalo and Robert Boarman were business partners. Both had sons who tragically died as young adults. They established a scholarship in 2007 to preserve their memory and create a legacy reflecting the generous spirit of both Paul Sukalo Jr. and Jason Boarman. Mr. Robert Boarman passed away in 2015. Paul and Ida Sukalo, Paul's parents, and Vicky Boarman-Phillips, Jason's mother, are family representatives.

Paul Hirschbiel, Jr., assisted his sister, Judith Hirschbiel Colison '68 in establishing a scholarship in 2009 through her estate. He is the family representative for the scholarship.

Photo: Paul O. Hirschbiel, Jr.; Judith Hirschbiel Colison '68, Battlefield yearbook

Paul Metzger is the widower of Patricia Lacey Metzger. Mr. Metzger was instrumental in establishing a graduation award in her honor. Established in 2000 by her husband Paul M. Metzger, family members, friends, and colleagues, the Patricia Lacey Metzger Memorial Award in Accounting honors the memory of Patricia Lacey Metzger. A professor in the business department at Mary Washington for 15 years, Dr. Metzger held five separate degrees (including a MALS from Mary Washington), and six professional certifications. She was a frequent and much-sought-after speaker at various national and international conferences.

Photo: Dr. Patricia Lacey Metzger, professor of business administration, 1995; MWC 1997-99 Academic Catalogue, page 68.

Penelope Ann "Penny" Parrish, long-time Fredericksburg resident and friend of the University of Mary Washington, funded several endowments to encourage future journalists.

After graduating from North Central College in Illinois, Penelope (Penny) Ann Parrish taught in the public school system in Fort Myers, Florida, where she taught deaf pre-school children, high school speech and drama, and television production. She went on to earn her M.Ed. in Education and Media from the University of South Florida.

A career change in 1979 took Penny to WINK-TV in Fort Myers where she worked as a reporter and producer eventually becoming the station's managing editor. In 1983 she was named News Director at KMSP-TV in Minneapolis/St. Paul. While there for almost a decade, she was actively involved in the Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists, served a term as its President, and was also elected to the Board of the National Radio/Television News Directors Association. As a television news director, she was heralded as a pioneer; at the time nationally less than two percent of those positions were held by women.

Ms. Parrish continued her education, earning an associate degree in Law Enforcement. Her goal was to build a bridge between journalism and law enforcement. She became the first Public Information Officer for the Minneapolis Police Department. Central Virginia became home in 1999 when she was hired by the FBI to teach media relations and crisis communications at the Bureau's Academy at Quantico, Virginia. Her students, estimated at over 5,000, were law enforcement executives from across the US and around the globe. She retired in 2012.

Having made her home in Fredericksburg, Penny began to explore and renew herself again. Picking up a camera, she has grown into a fine art photographer who has won several regional and national awards. Still craving knowledge and a sense of belonging, she has become woven into the fabric of UMW enjoying theatre department productions, concerts, sporting events, and the Great Lives lecture series.

Ms. Parrish understands that a free and fair press is one of the pillars of our American Democracy; that city halls, public school boards, police departments, and arts groups along with all forms of local, state, and national and governments all function better through transparency made possible by well trained and educated journalists. She created this scholarship endowment at the University of Mary Washington to ensure that students have opportunities for hands-on experience to help assure local journalism endures so that we all may benefit from Knowledge, Wisdom, and Truth.

The Free Lance-Star published an interview with Penny Parrish in March 2021.

An active supporter and participant in the Mary Washington community, Polly Updegraff Champ '61 funded a scholarship in 2001. She wished to acknowledge friends and loved ones who gave her financial assistance and emotional support during her college years, including her parents, Rolland Ruch and Virginia Blasingame Updegraff; her aunt and uncle, Eloise Blasingame and Richard Florence; Mary Lou Aiken, her junior high school guidance counselor; and an anonymous friend.

Photo: Polly Updergraff Champ, Battlefield yearbook

Preservation Virginia is a private, non-profit organization and statewide historic preservation leader founded in 1889. The organization is dedicated to perpetuating and revitalizing Virginia's cultural, architectural and historic heritage thereby ensuring that historic places are integral parts of the lives of present and future generations.

Prince B. Woodard served as president of Mary Washington from 1974 to 1982. During his eight-year tenure, Mary Washington instituted significant changes in the campus life and curriculum. A strong leader, Dr. Woodard affirmed the pursuit of excellence as the core of his value system. Under his leadership undergraduate programs in environmental earth science, historic preservation, performing arts, computer and information science, business and public administration, as well as graduate programs in liberal studies, business administration, and public administration were developed. He also promoted the founding of the Friends of the Orchestra (now Friends of the Philharmonic) and encouraged the establishment of awards to students who participated in the orchestra.

Photo: Prince B. Woodard, Battlefield 1982

Priscilla "Pris" Wilson graduated from Mary Washington College in 1945 and went on to take classes at Cornell, Columbia, and the University of Maryland. She was a devoted mother and active community volunteer. She established a scholarship in 2013 through her estate.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association is the contact for this scholarship.

Photo: Priscilla Wilson Ashton '45, Battlefield yearbook, 1942

Josephine Griffith Kleiner '34 and Mary Virginia Willson '34 were college roommates and best friends. While in college, "Jo" served in the student government and was editor of the Battlefield. Both Mary Virginia and Josephine received a B.S. in Education from Mary Washington and taught school. When Josephine's daughter, Mary Jo, was killed in an automobile accident in 1983, they established a scholarship in her memory. When Josephine died in 1997, her husband, R. Murray Kleiner, established a second scholarship in his wife's memory. Mr. Kleiner passed away in 2002 and his son, John Kleiner is the family representative.

Photo: Josephine Kleiner '34, Battlefield 1934
Photo: Mary Virginia Wilson '34 Battlefield 1934

Randall Eley is president and founder of The Edgar Lomax Company, an investment advisory firm. Mr. Eley is a two-time winner of the Wall Street Journal's "dartboard" stock-picking contest (in January and June 1990), has appeared on numerous TV programs and has been the subject of many articles, including profiles in Barron's on April 1, 2002, and in the March 21, 2005, issue of Fortune magazine. He funded an endowment in 2004 to support the James Farmer Scholars Program. Mr. Eley served on the UMW Board of Visitors from 2004 - 2012. P

Photo: Randall Eley

Mr. and Mrs. Pfeifle established a scholarship in memory of their daughter, Jeannine Mary Pfeifle. Jeannine was killed by a drunk driver in 1976 during the summer after her freshman year at Mary Washington College. Mr. and Mrs. Pfeifle are now deceased and Jeannine's brother, William Pfeifle, and MWC suitemates, Gayle Weinberger Petro '79, Lisa Soltis '79 and Nancy Quaintance Nelles '79 serve as representatives for the scholarship.

Photo: Jeannine Mary Pfeifle and friends, Battlefield 1976

Richard Hurley worked at the University of Mary Washington for sixteen years, serving first as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. In 2010, he was appointed the ninth president of the University, a position he held until his retirement in June 2016. Rosemary had a distinguished twenty-five-year career in Information Technology support services, including a three-year stint serving as UMW Director of User Services until her retirement in 2009. She served admirably as First Lady during President Hurley’s tenure. In 2019, they, along with their daughter, Tennille and her husband Shawn Boyer, established a scholarship.

Photo:  Rick and Rose Hurley
 

Rita Morgan Stone '52 retired as a principal in the Fairfax County, Virginia, school system. She is a former member and rector of the UMW Board of Visitors and the UMW Foundation Board of Directors. In 1994, Rita and her husband, Jake, established a scholarship. Mrs. Stone was also instrumental in the establishment of the Katherine Edmondson Hopper '30 Scholarship and is a former trustee for the Mary O. Ambler Trust, which donates funds each year to award the Mary O. Ambler Trust scholarship.

Photo: Rita Stone '52

Barbara Mann '66 grew up in a military family, which she said enriched her understanding of the world and ability to teach effectively. Mrs. Mann was an elementary classroom teacher for 35 years and has continued her commitment to education through distinguished service with the Virginia Education Association. Mrs. Mann is a firm believer in the impact exceptional teachers can have on future generations. She has established two endowments to support students preparing to earn teacher certification. Mrs. Mann values her experience at Mary Washington and has established this award to honor students who have a passion for teaching and are pursuing their career goals as she did.

Photo: Barbara Mann '66

Dr. Robert Carr and his siblings, Bill, Alicia, and Ken, established a scholarship to benefit talented music majors to honor their mother, Carolyn Ann Williams Carr '45, as a surprise for her 70th class reunion. Mrs. Carr was able to travel to campus for reunion and was thrilled with the gift of the scholarship. Carolyn was raised in Richmond and received a scholarship to attend Mary Washington where she majored in music. Her life was greatly enhanced and many friendships forged during her time at Mary Washington. After college, she moved to New York to further her singing and professional career. She then married and moved to Florida where she raised four children. She retired to Florida and died in August 2018.

Photo: Carolyn Ann Williams Carr '45, Battlefield 1945

Robert Corder is Shirley Van Epps Waple's stepson and the trustee for her estate.
 

“She was always very proud that she graduated from Mary Washington,” stepson Robert Corder told The Bullet, Mary Washington's student newspaper. “It was important to her to give back to her alma mater.”

A New York native, Waple started the debt-collection agency Professional Adjustment Bureau Inc. of Troy with her late husband, Harry. She served as its president. Waple was active with credit and collectors associations and was a consummate community volunteer, lending her efforts to organizations in support of history, literacy, and the arts.

Waple died at age 78 in her home in Richmond, where she had lived since 1999.

Photo: Shirley Van Epps Waple '52, The Battlefield yearbook

Robert Davis endowed a scholarship at the University of Mary Washington in memory of his wife, Merle Updike Davis, for students pursuing a degree and career in the social sciences. Born and raised on a 350-acre farm in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, near Warrenton, Virginia, Merle Louise Updike graduated from Mary Washington College in 1944 with a bachelor's degree in science. Her time on campus was colored by the events of World War II and the United States' efforts to prevail victoriously. She went on to earn a Master of Social Work from Columbia University in 1953. She later met and married Robert L. Davis, an environmental health specialist, and they settled in Berkeley, California. Merle’s career extended over fifty years, many of those with a diversified private practice specializing in clinical work with children, the aging, families, and adults. After her retirement in 2000 and finding no published works about social workers and the profession, she wrote and published Ties Across Time: A Woman's Life in Social Work that has been praised by many in the field and used in classrooms by students hoping to follow in her footsteps. In retirement, Merle enjoyed writing, watercolors, gardening, and her grandson Geoffrey and her granddaughter Heidi.
 
Robert L. Davis enjoyed his boyhood and outdoor activities, such as skiing and fishing, while growing up near Sebago Lake, Maine. A graduate of Potter Academy, he went on to serve in the United States Airforce during the Korean War. He is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley with both bachelor's and master's degrees in public health. Over the course of his career, Bob sought to provide health protection to Berkeley's citizens through his work with the city's health department. With the creation of this endowed scholarship, Bob seeks to lovingly memorialize Merle and encourage future generations of Mary Washington students to work for the common good of others in the field of social work or other allied fields.
 

Rob Eastman-Mullins graduated from Mary Washington College in 2000 with a degree in Theatre and Theatre Management. He is now an Associate Professor of Design and Production at Wake Forest University. Believing that theatre is important and rewarding, Rob established a scholarship as both incentive and reward for students pursuing the challenging path of working in the theatre, and as a gesture of thanks to the faculty and institution of Mary Washington that helped shape him as an artist.

Photo: Rob Eastman-Mullins

In 2000, Dr. Robert Epes Jones and Lucile Cox Jones established a scholarship through their estate to honor the memory of former classics professor Laura V. Sumner. Dr. Jones was a retired professor at Randolph-Macon College.

Photo: Laura V. Sumner, Battlefield 1969

Juanita Carpenter and her sister, Mildred "Mickey" Carpenter, grew up in Luray, Virginia. Both sisters attended Mary Washington College. While in college Juanita served as business manager of the Battlefield, secretary of the Leaders Club, and editor-in-chief of the Bayonet. After graduation in 1939, she was hired by the Federal Reserve Board as an administrative assistant and continued there until her retirement in 1985. She died in 1997 at the age of 80. Mickey studied philosophy and psychology in college, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in 1946. She was employed as a certified social worker and continued to work after her marriage to Robert Jarecke, a professor at California State University, until the birth of their first child. The couple had two daughters and enjoyed golfing, traveling, and the theater. Robert died in 2006 followed by Mickey in 2013.

Mickey's fondest memories were of her five suitemates, Mrs. Bushnell, Dean of Women, Hoofprints equestrian club, and the German club. She established this scholarship with the fond desire to assist future Mary Washington students to have a similar college experience.

The President of the UMW Alumni Association serves as the scholarship representative.

Photo: Juanita Carpenter '39, Battlefield 1939
Photo: Mildred "Mickey" Carpenter ', Battlefield 1946

Robert (Rob) Whitt '93 majored in business administration with a focus on accounting. After graduation he began his career in internal audit, becoming a Certified Public Accountant. In 1995 he joined Markel Corporation as a staff accountant. He currently serves as Corporate Controller for Markel. Rob has continued to be involved with his alma mater serving on the College of Business advisory board and mentoring business students. Dodie Denison Whitt '95 earned a bachelor's degree in English and entered the teaching field. After a 20-year career teaching with Henrico County Public Schools, she now works part-time as a Math Interventionist. Rob and Dodie enjoy traveling with their daughters, Abigail and Emily, whenever possible. They established a scholarship in 2018 to assist and encourage future generations of Mary Washington students to achieve a college education.

Photo: Rob Whitt '93

Rob and Sarah Strassheim each graduated from Mary Washington with a bachelor's degree in business administration and pursued careers in business-related occupations. In 2012, they established a scholarship to recognize the important role that personal interaction with Mary Washington faculty had in their individual academic and professional successes. They were also instrumental in funding an endowed scholarship in honor of Professor Emeritus Galen F. deGraff who taught management and business administration from 1994 - 2015.

Photo: Rob and Sarah Strassheim, Donor Appreciation Luncheon 2015

Robert Boarman and Paul Sukalo were business partners. Both had sons who tragically died as young adults. They established a scholarship in 2007 to preserve their memory and create a legacy reflecting the generous spirit of both Paul Sukalo Jr. and Jason Boarman. Mr. Boarman passed away in 2015. Victoria Boarman-Phillips, Jason's mother, and Paul and Ida Sukalo, Paul's parents, are family representatives.

Robert and James Ukrop grew up in Richmond, Virginia. Guided by the principle of treating customers, associates, and suppliers as they wanted to be treated, Jim and his brother, Bobby, grew the business to become Richmond's market leader. Ukrop's became known for one-stop-shopping and included innovative features such as ready-prepared meals, a restaurant, and bank (later First Market Bank). In 2010, Ukrop's retail locations were sold, but the Homestyle Foods business was retained and Bobby became CEO. The brothers have funded scholarships and programs which support teacher preparation with annual gifts and an endowment.

Photo: Robert Ukrop

Robin and Rebecca Ericson, along with members of One Note Stand, and members of the UMW Crew teams, established a research fellowship in loving memory of Robert "Bob" Ericson. Bob Ericson was a senior environmental science major at the University of Mary Washington when he died of SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy) shortly before his graduation in 2014. His love of the outdoors began as he explored the creeks and trails of Virginia and followed him cross-country on family camping trips. As an Eagle Scout, he led his troop on two back-country treks at Philmont Scout Ranch. Despite being diagnosed with epilepsy, Bob played varsity football and participated in crew at W.T. Woodson High School. During his time at UMW, he sought to positively contribute to the UMW and global communities, through his academic endeavors and extracurricular activities. Bob was a devoted member of One Note Stand, one of UMW's a cappella groups, served as the captain of the UMW Men's rowing team, and participated in Relay for Life. Family and friends established this fellowship as a loving tribute to Bob and to help future generations of students receive the quality education that is unique to UMW.

Photo: Robert Ericson '14

Roger C. Viadero and his children, Roger C. Viadero, Jr. '93 and Emily T. Viadero, have endowed a scholarship in loving memory of their wife and mother. Thea Viadero was a dedicated mother who saw her son graduate from Mary Washington College in 1993 before returning to pursue higher education herself. She earned her Bachelor of Liberal Studies degree from Mary Washington in 1998, with a major in studio art. Her family created this scholarship to honor her memory and to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of students in the Bachelor of Liberal Studies program at the University.

Photo: Roger and Sharon Viadero, 2015 Donor Luncheon

Roger Belli is the father of Keith Belli who taught theatre at Mary Washington. Friends and family established a scholarship in Professor Keith Belli's memory in 1997. Roger Belli passed away December 31, 2020, after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease.

Photo: Keith Belli, Battlefield 1991
Photo:  Roger Belli
 

The family of Frances Holsclaw Brown '44 established two scholarships. One in her memory in 2006 and a second in honor of both Frances and her husband, Roland, in 2010. Mrs. Brown was a graduate of the commercial program (now the business administration department) at Mary Washington. She valued her experience and was grateful for the excellent instruction she received from her professors. The scholarship representative is the UMW Alumni Association. Mr. Brown's cousin, Beatrice Fincham serves as the family representative for the scholarship.

Photo: Frances Holsclaw Brown '44, Battlefield yearbook, 1944

Miriam J. Parsons is the widow of Michael Houston, first Vice President at Mary Washington. She later married Ronald Parsons. Miriam is active in the UMW Retired Faculty Wives and Retired Faculty Women's Club, among other activities.

Photo: Michael Houston with a student in his office

Ron Rosner is the founder and Chairman of the Board of Rosner Automotive Group. Originally from New York City, Ron Rosner moved to the Washington, D.C., area to finish his undergraduate and master's degrees in International Economics at The American University. During his studies, he began working for Bill Page Toyota in Falls Church, Virginia, and became the general manager there in 1977. He opened Rosner Toyota in Fredericksburg, Virginia, in 1979. Over the next three decades, that company quickly grew from one location with 13 employees to seven locations and 500+ employees. Ron Rosner is involved with, and contributes to, many community causes and charities. In 2017 he funded a scholarship in memory of his friend, Dennis Belcher, who was a nationally recognized authority on trusts and estates and wealth management issues.

Photo: Dennis Belcher, Obituary 2017
Photo: Ron Rosner, UMW

Paul Trible, Jr. is a former Representative and Senator in the United States Congress from Virginia and current president of Christopher Newport University. He and other members of the Trible family initiated the Elizabeth Dorothy Trible Memorial Scholarship in memory of Elizabeth Dorothy Trible '13.

Photo: Senator Paul Trible, Jr.
Elizabeth Dorothy Trible '13

 

Since 1885, the Rowe family was involved in the ownership and operation of the Free Lance-Star publishing company and its predecessors. In 2014, the Free Lance-Star Publishing Company was sold. In 1926, Josiah P. Rowe, Jr. merged two local newspapers, the Free Lance and the Fredericksburg Daily Star into a single newspaper. His sons, Charles and Josiah III (Joe), assumed leadership of the family business upon their father's death in 1949. Charles took over as editor and co-publisher, and Joe became general manager and co-publisher. Joe purchased total ownership of the business in 1997. When Joe retired in 2011, his son-in-law, Nick Cadwallender, became President and Publisher and his daughter, Florence Barnick, served as Associate Publisher. Through the years, numerous Mary Washington journalism students received their career start through internships provided by The Free Lance-Star. Jeannette Cadwallender, Joe's daughter, and her husband, Nick Cadwallender '88, are the family representatives.

Photo: Joe Rowe III