{"id":54691,"date":"2025-11-25T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/news\/?p=54691"},"modified":"2025-11-25T09:23:37","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T15:23:37","slug":"tarleton-state-hosts-34th-annual-academic-scholarship-luncheon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/news\/tarleton-state-hosts-34th-annual-academic-scholarship-luncheon\/","title":{"rendered":"Tarleton State Hosts 34th Annual Academic Scholarship Luncheon"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

STEPHENVILLE, Texas \u2014 Tarleton State University celebrated its 34th Annual Academic Scholarship Luncheon Saturday, honoring the generosity of scholarship donors and the achievements of student recipients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This yearly stewardship event brings together those who make educational dreams possible and the students whose lives are transformed by their support. With a record-breaking $27 million given in scholarships to Tarleton State students this academic year, this occasion, celebrating both donor and recipient, is memorable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOur Tarleton State alumni, friends and donors recognize that when something or someone is growing and thriving, resources are needed to sustain that growth,\u201d said Tony Vidmar, Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Tarleton State University Foundation Executive Director. \u201cIn the spirit of our founder, John Tarleton, alumni along with friends of the university are giving in record numbers to help fuel a growing impact on student\u2019s lives. We cherish their generosity, passion and partnership.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each year, the luncheon provides a unique opportunity for donors and recipients to connect over a casual meal. With intentional seating arrangements, students share stories and gratitude directly with the benefactors behind their scholarships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to these meaningful conversations, two student representatives deliver remarks on behalf of their peers, expressing heartfelt appreciation for the donors\u2019 commitment to academic success. This year Lorrie Culver, a senior accounting major, and Sarah Fambro, a senior biomedical science major, were chosen to give the student addresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cReceiving scholarships has meant far more than financial support \u2014 it has been a vote of confidence in my journey,\u201d said Culver. \u201cReturning to finish a degree I began 34 years ago has required courage, balance and perseverance, and this support made it possible. Scholarships didn\u2019t just help pay for my education \u2014 they helped me finish a dream that once felt out of reach, and I am deeply grateful to those who believe in students like me.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Scholarship Luncheon exemplifies Tarleton State\u2019s commitment to providing access to affordable education for all students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBeing chosen as a scholarship recipient has completely changed my college experience,\u201d said Fambro. \u201cWithout it, I wouldn\u2019t have been able to stay at Tarleton State or make the incredible memories that have shaped who I am. Receiving a scholarship has given me the freedom to focus on learning, growing and truly being present in this short but meaningful chapter of my life. I\u2019m deeply thankful for the opportunities made possible through these scholarships and proud beyond words to be a Tarleton Texan for life.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tarleton State currently offers more than 300 donor-funded scholarships. On average, the luncheon welcomes approximately 100 donors and 150 students each year. For many donors, this is their only visit to campus annually, making the event a highly anticipated occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Throughout the academic year, scholarship recipients also send personal thank-you notes, reinforcing the connection between donors and students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information about giving to support Tarleton State students, visit www.tarleton.edu\/giving\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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