Cassandra (Cassi) Herr - First Sue Rauch Scholarship Recipient

As many of you know, the Sue Rauch Scholarship fund was established on the occasion of Sue's 50th Birthday in 2003. The fund has been growing steadily over the years and met it's endowment goal in 2009 - 2010. Once a scholarship fund reaches this level, an award can be made the following year.

I am pleased to share with you the news about the first Sue Rauch Scholarship recipient.

Cassi Herr - Willamette '14

"Cassandra (Cassi) Herr, the first recipient of the Sue Rauch Scholarship, is just completing her freshman year at Willamette where she plans to major in music performance (flute).

She hails from Manitowoc, WI, where she was raised primarily by her father.  She will return there over the summer and work full-time at a greenhouse/flower shop.  She also plans to do a lot of biking, hiking and canoeing.

Cassi would not have been able to attend Willamette without substantial financial
assistance. The Sue Rauch Scholarship will help her to continue her studies at Willamette.

Cassi came to the Relay for Life to meet Sue's parents and friends who were walking
in honor of Sue.  She loved meeting everyone, "especially Sue's parents", and feels she has a better idea how beloved Sue was."

Many generous memorial gifts were received for the Sue Rauch Scholarship fund. These gifts have contributed to establishing an even stronger base of endowment for the scholarship. This is exciting news for students like Cassi who need a little extra help to make their dreams a reality.