The scholarship will benefit Arkansas students majoring in performing arts, nursing, or education who demonstrate financial need and maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average.
Distinguished Alumni awards will be presented to Dr. Thomasena Craig (’93), John Elkins (’02), Jim Garland (’82), and Shannon Schwartz (’01). Vanna Eddington (’90) will receive the “H” Award, and the Young Alumni Award will be presented to Dani Pickens (’08).
Through the dedication and generosity of alumni and supporters, the chapter has reached a milestone of $25,000 in contributions.
Susan Ford graduated from Henderson State in 1991 with a music education degree. She currently teaches music at Cabot Junior High South.
"My own incredible experiences at Henderson inspire me to give back through service on the Alumni Advisory Board. I look forward to sharing ideas and energy to help make Henderson a welcoming home for all Reddies."
Ratcliff is currently vice-president for intercollegiate athletics at Rogers State University in Claremore, Oklahoma., and had previously served as director of athletics at the University of Arkansas-Monticello.
"When it came time to select a college, I was lucky enough to have multiple offers and opportunities to attend institutions all over the country. My heart kept bringing me back to Henderson."