The Lynn and Terry Ryan Endowed Scholarship

    
     This endowment was established in October of 2003 by Lynn and Terry Ryan to assist in the recruitment of quality student-athletes in the women’s basketball program.  Lynn completed her undergraduate degree at Spaulding College in Louisville, KY, then received her Master’s Degree in French from Indiana University.  The combination of growing up in Kentucky and attending Indiana University led to her love of basketball, in particular Kentucky Wildcat basketball.  The Ryan’s daughter, Colleen , recently completed her undergraduate degree at Bellarmine University in Kentucky as well and also has a love for Kentucky hoops.

     Terry completed his undergraduate degree in Engineering at Purdue University and his Master’s Degree in Student Services from Indiana University.  Terry left Indiana without catching the basketball bug. But, after running the shot clock for years at DSU home games, we are proud to say he is now a full-fledged basketball fan.

     Terry and Lynn began work at DSU in 1975.  Terry retired from DSU in 2003 after 28 years of leadership as the Dean of Students.  Lynn has been a member of the English faculty throughout her tenure teaching modern languages and advising International students.

     Terry and Lynn have donated this endowment with the belief that successful student-athletes must learn skills that will last them a lifetime.  These skills include hard work, teamwork, sportsmanship and the ability to demonstrate class in winning and losing.  Lynn and Terry chose to donate this endowment to the women’s basketball program based on its history of producing successful scholars, leaders, and athletes.

Criteria:

Ø      New or continuing student-athlete participating in the women’s basketball program

Ø      Must have a 3.00 GPA

Ø      Must have a significant involvement or leadership role in student activities.  Roles may include Resident Assistant, Student Assistants, or officer of a campus organizations

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