Alpha Mu—University of Louisiana at Lafayette endowed this fund in 2018 to empower its members to strengthen their commitment to education. With this scholarship, the chapter alleviates the financial burden on one member each year and reminds them that belonging to this ever-expanding network of sisters provides opportunities not offered anywhere else.

Mary Crumpton Brown, Rho—Florida State University, endowed a scholarship fund in 2014. She endowed two more scholarships in 2015. Mary has been devoted to Tri Sigma since her collegiate days, has been active in alumnae chapters throughout the United States, and is now part of Tallahassee Alumnae Chapter. She lives in Tallahassee and is a widow with two grown children. Mary was a teacher for many years, and she still volunteers with the local Head Start program on Tallahassee.

Chi—Pittsburg State University began a campaign to endow a scholarship fund in April 2012 at the chapter’s 90th anniversary. With support from alumnae and collegiate members, the scholarship was endowed in 2022 to celebrate the chapter’s 100^th anniversary. The scholarship is awarded annually to a member of Chi chapter who demonstrates outstanding leadership and genuine sisterhood, the trademarks of Chi Chapter women.

Catherine Panarese Combs, Gamma Xi—Barton College, endowed this fund to support Tri Sigma members pursuing a graduate degree in secondary education.

The Combs Scholarship is one of the earlier endowments of the Tri Sigma Foundation. It is part of the Violet Scholarships with one scholarship awarded annually and named in rotating order between Devor, Metherd and Combs.

Lori E. Dahm was the daughter of Sheryl White Dahm, Iota—University of Northern Colorado and Denver Area Alumnae Chapter. Sheryl and her sister Carolyn White Wallisch, also of Iota—University of Northern Colorado and Denver Area Alumnae Chapter, endowed this fund in memory of Lori after her sudden death in 2007. The scholarship pays tributes to the support Tri Sigma provided Sheryl and her family at the time of Lori’s death. They hope the women receiving this scholarship find the same joy and fulfillment they experienced in Tri Sigma.

After Sheryl passed away, the fund was renamed to honor the entire Dahm Family. Preference for this scholarship is given to an undergraduate student enrolled at Wingate University, where Lori’s brother, Dr. Chris Dahm, is a professor.

Kim Kokko Davids, Omicron—Eastern Michigan University, considered Omicron chapter and Tri Sigma as her extended family. Throughout her life, she repaid their kindness whenever she could. Kim was an Omicron chapter adviser, long-standing National Officer, and representative of the Detroit Area Alumnae Panhellenic. At the 2013 National Convention, Kim received the Woman of Distinction Award. This fund was endowed by Kim’s husband, Mark Davids, and Omicron chapter in memory of Kim after her death in December 2018.

Kim’s professional life was dedicated to helping abused, neglected, and abandoned children. She worked for several social service agencies and volunteered for numerous nonprofits. Preference for this scholarship is given to a member of Omicron chapter pursuing a career in social work.

Helen Cookston Devor was a charter member of Kappa—Miami University and served Tri Sigma as a long-time volunteer. Kappa chapter alumnae endowed this fund when Helen served on the chapter advisory board.

The Devor Scholarship is one of the earlier endowments of the Tri Sigma Foundation. It is part of the Violet Scholarships with one scholarship awarded annually and named in rotating order between Devor, Metherd and Combs.

Marie Santee Dunham, Alpha Iota—Northeastern State University, was an outstanding member and volunteer. She served as Tri Sigma's Regional Deputy, Examinations and Pledge Manual Chair, and a member of the first Board of Directors of the Educational Foundation. Marie was awarded the Golden Violet and the sorority’s Founders Award. Tulsa Alumnae Chapter endowed this fund to honor Marie’s 80^th birthday and her 53 years of national service (1935-1988).

The women of Epsilon Xi—Indiana University endowed this fund when the chapter became inactive in 1994.

Margaret Freeman Dixon Everett, Sigma—Western Colorado University, was Tri Sigma’s 5^th National President. Denver Area Alumnae Chapter endowed this fund to honor Margaret's lifelong commitment and enthusiastic support of Tri Sigma.

Jennifer Rae Fowler, Sigma—Western Colorado University, endowed this fund to honor her mother, Genevieve June Christoff Fowler, also of Sigma—Western Colorado University. Genevieve received her degree in education in the 1940s and taught elementary school for 35 years. Following her lifelong interest in art, Genevieve taught herself to use a potter's wheel and enjoyed embroidery and painting in watercolor and in oils. Jennifer considers herself fortunate to have been able to follow her heart and major in English and art with no pressure to take a more commercial degree. She spent her career as a supply chain manager and in retirement became a docent at the Denver Art Museum. She is sorry that her mother Genevieve did not live to see her become a docent as her mom would have been thrilled.

Lucile Mertz Hendrick, Alpha Zeta—Northwestern State University, was a revered volunteer. In 2003, Louisiana alumnae and collegians endowed this fund to honor "Miss Lucile." Preference for this scholarship is given to a member of Alpha Zeta chapter.

Mimi Brandt Hiner, Beta Xi—Southwest Missouri State University, was Tri Sigma’s 8^th National President. She served Tri Sigma in many different roles over the years, including collegiate chapter officer, National President, chair of the Tri Sigma Foundation, and member of Greater St. Louis Area Alumnae Chapter.

After becoming seriously ill, Mimi remained dedicated to Tri Sigma even in her darkest days. A few months before her death in May 2012, Mimi traveled to the Beta Xi chapter in Cape Girardeau to help with recruitment, wrote a grant for the child life program at Cardinal Glennon Hospital, and attended the chapter installation of Theta Delta—Lindenwood University. The Hiner family endowed this fund with the help of Mimi’s many friends and sisters to honor Mimi’s dedication to Tri Sigma and education.

Stephani Hirsch Hoch, Bet Chi—Queens College and Denver Area Alumnae Chapter, was an educator for many years, and her sister was a nurse. Stephani had strong convictions for both fields and endowed this fund in 2021 to support Tri Sigma members pursuing these noble professions and ensure they have the same opportunities she had. This scholarship is awarded annually to a member in her final year of study pursuing a degree in either nursing or education.

Gertrude Lawrence Ledford, Pi—Emporia State University and charter member of Topeka Alumnae Chapter, was a beloved member whose loyalty and devotion inspired many. Phoenix Alumnae Chapter endowed this fund to honor Gertrude, who was a devoted member of Phoenix Alumnae Chapter for over 40 years.

Emily Lewis Lee, Alpha Upsilon—James Madison University, was a longtime volunteer who passed away in 2014. Upstate South Carolina Alumnae Chapter endowed this fund in her memory.

Jennifer Metherd, Beta Beta—Missouri State University, was a much loved and talented sister. Jenny was a victim of the 1993 floods in St. Louis. She died trying to save the life of child in a flash flood in a cave. Beta Beta chapter endowed this fund in memory of Jenny.

The Metherd Scholarship is one of the earlier endowments of the Tri Sigma Foundation. It is part of the Violet Scholarships with one scholarship awarded annually and named in rotating order between Devor, Metherd and Combs.

Lucille Morrison was a charter member of Omicron—Eastern Michigan University. Omicron chapter endowed the fund during the chapter’s 100^th anniversary to honor Lucille. The scholarship is awarded annually to an undergraduate or graduate member, with preference to a qualified member of Omicron chapter.

Margaret Parker Munger, Alpha Tau—University of the District of Columbia, endowed through a bequest. Margaret served on Executive Council as a National Officer for over 24 years. She also served on the Robbie Page Memorial Foundation and Sigma Sigma Sigma Education Foundation. Margaret received many awards for service to Tri Sigma, culminating in the Founders Award at Convention. Margaret passed away in 2016.

Violenda Seppala Nelson, Omicron—Eastern Michigan University, was a dedicated Tri Sigma. Grosse Pointe Alumnae Chapter endowed this fund to honor Violenda’s service to Tri Sigma.

Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter endowed this fund to support collegiate members in Virginia chapters with excellent character and scholastic competency. The scholarship aims to acknowledge collegiate women of excellence by providing awards to assist with their educational endeavors.

Karen Lynn Pratt joined Nu—University of Central Missouri in April 1959. After her death in 2015, Karen left an estate gift to the Foundation to endow a fund to benefit Nu chapter. Nu chapter members completed the endowment in 2019. This scholarship is awarded annually with preference given to a member of Nu chapter.

Bonnie L. Rainey, Alpha Sigma—University of Southern Mississippi, endowed this fund in 2018. Bonnie served as chair of the Foundation Board of Directors from 2017-2022 and has dedicated more than 18 years of service to our philanthropy.

Bonnie believes that education is key to unlocking our sisters’ futures—giving them the exposure and leadership experiences needed to make a difference in the world. When her employer announced that they would be matching donations for scholarships, Bonnie knew she wanted to ensure her legacy lived on by endowing a scholarship that would benefit her Tri Sigma sisters. Each year, Bonnie’s scholarship impacts another Tri Sigma sister, making it possible to continue their journeys and become the leaders our world needs.

Louisa Roudebush Replogle was a member of Beta Epsilon—Western Illinois University. Phoenix Alumnae Chapter endowed this fund to honor Louisa’s dedication to Tri Sigma.

Ann DeCecco Rutkowski, Epsilon Delta—Gannon University, endowed this fund with her husband Charlie. Ann and Charlie value education and know how their lives were impacted because of their college experiences. It is their desire to help others have the same opportunity that they had.

Diana Hornick Sarber, Beta Mu—University of Central Oklahoma, was Tri Sigma’s 10^th National President. Diana pursued her lifelong membership with nearly 30 years of service in various volunteer positions, including NPC Delegate (1986-1995) and National President (1995-2001). Much was accomplished under her leadership, but her words have also left an indelible mark. In her Convention Address, Diana said, “We are responsible for ensuring that the legacy of our Founders will be preserved and that the future will be full of promise and hope. Their vision is our inheritance. Allegiance to one another and our Sisterhood is a bond that can never be broken. It is the essence of who we are.”

Diana passed away in 2019. This scholarship is awarded annually to a member with financial need. Preference is given to residents or students in the state of Oklahoma.

Doris Hiles Tabor Schroeder joined Alpha Epsilon—Northwest Missouri State University in 1936 and was member of Tri Sigma for 77 years. She was a professor of education at California State University for 30 years and an avid volunteer in Tri Sigma. She held many positions including chapter president of Alpha Epsilon; president of Omaha-Council Bluffs, San Diego, and Long Beach Alumnae Chapters; National Parliamentarian; and Corresponding Secretary. Her awards include Emily Gates Achievement Award (1970), Alumna Recognition Award (1982), Steadfast Alumna Citation (1999), Woman of Distinction Award (2004), and Founders Award (2010).

Doris passed away in 2021 at the age of 94. The fund was endowed by a bequest from Doris and by her friends and sisters. Doris once wrote about meeting Mabel Lee Walton and the impact of becoming a member: "I first met Mabel Lee Walton, former National President of Sigma Sigma Sigma, in 1936 when Mabel Lee made her official visit to Alpha Epsilon Chapter where I was a sixteen-year-old freshman pledge. I promised always to be a model Tri Sigma in all thoughts, words, and deeds. My parents had lovingly taught me the breadth, length, and depth of a promise, and to a 16-year-old that seemed almost overwhelming, so that first meeting with Mabel Lee made a powerful impact upon me."

Dixie Cremeans Shelton, Alpha Alpha—Concord University and Houston Alumnae Chapter, endowed this fund in 2012 with her husband Robert Shelton to aid Tri Sigma sisters studying to become child life or play therapists.

Helen Marie Eggert Snyder, Alpha Xi—University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, was Tri Sigma’s 7^th National President from 1971-1983. Helen’s family and friends endowed this fund after her death in 2007.

Stephanie Sabol Strom, Beta Iota—Minot State University, endowed this fund in 2013. The scholarship is awarded annually to the highest ranked scholarship applicant. Stephanie is a former board member for the Tri Sigma Foundation and volunteer. She is from Plano, TX.

Mable Kane Stryker, Pi—Emporia State University, served as National Vice President and National Treasurer. This fund was endowed in 1950 to honor “Stryker” for her service to Tri Sigma and lifelong involvement in education. The scholarship is designated for members pursuing a graduate degree.

The Stryker Scholarship is one of the earlier endowments of the Foundation. It is part of the Pearl Scholarships with one scholarship awarded annually and named in rotating order between Walton and Stryker.

The Carl J. & Shirley L. Ursprung Memorial fund was endowed by Catherine M. Ursprung, Alpha Nu—Southern Illinois University Carbondale and Phoenix and Denver Area Alumnae Chapters, to honor the memory of her hardworking and loving parents. Carl was a dedicated and successful dairy and grain farmer. Shirley was a professional seamstress and dedicated 4H leader who raised six children. The scholarship is awarded annually with preference given to a member pursuing a degree in Agriculture Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Animal Sciences or Family and Consumer Sciences.

Carolyn White Wallisch joined Iota—University of Northern Colorado in the spring of 1958. She was unwavering and steadfast in her commitment and devotion to Tri Sigma. Carolyn held many positions in Denver Area Alumnae chapter including president, philanthropy chair, Founders Day chair, and helped create the endowment fund and playroom for Denver Children's Hospital. She dedicated her career to education, including roles as principal, elementary teacher, leader on PTA and advisory boards, Cub Scout and Girl Scout Leader, Sunday School teacher and much more. This fund was endowed by Denver Area Alumnae Chapter in memory of Carolyn and her devotion to Tri Sigma after her death in March 2018.

Mabel Lee Walton, Gamma—Randolph College, was Tri Sigma’s 3^rd National President from 1913-1947. Mabel Lee represented the finest in Sigma leadership and devoted herself to Tri Sigma. This fund was endowed by the membership at the 1974 National Convention to recognize members who display outstanding leadership in the sorority, on their campuses, and in their communities.

The Walton Scholarship is one of the earlier endowments of the Foundation. It is part of the Pearl Scholarships with one scholarship awarded annually and named in rotating order between Walton and Stryker.

Barbara Moseley Welsh, Beta Tau—University of Detroit Mercy and Grosse Pointe Alumnae Chapter, was a longtime volunteer for the Foundation, a National Officer, and editor of The Triangle for many years. This fund was endowed in her memory after her sudden death in 2003.

Michael Welsh was the husband of Barbara Moseley Welsh, Beta Tau—University of Detroit Mercy and Grosse Pointe Alumnae Chapter. Barbara endowed this fund in memory of Mike to honor the love he had for Tri Sigma and Barb’s sisters. This is the first Foundation scholarship named for a man.

Shelby Whitten, Eta Omicron—Sam Houston State University, was a dedicated member of Tri Sigma and was passionate about being involved in the community to give back. Shelby never knew a stranger, and whenever she walked into a room, she brought positive energy and joy that would always make you smile and laugh. Members of Eta Omicron chapter endowed this fund in memory of Shelby after her sudden death in the spring of 2018. While she was taken from the world too soon, she has taught so many others to continue their passions and dreams in life, to live their life to the fullest, and to never give up no matter what challenges come your way. Preference for this scholarship is given to a member of Eta Omicron chapter.

Ann Buchler Williams, charter member of Gamma Eta— Loyola University New Orleans, was Tri Sigma’s 9^th National President. Ann is a longtime volunteer and dedicated 15 years of service to Tri Sigma’s Executive Council. New Orleans Alumnae Chapter endowed this scholarship to honor Ann’s dedication to Tri Sigma.