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Lasting I n Legacy addition to their generous funding of annual academic scholarships, Richard and Barbara Herold have found an ongoing way to support USC Aiken students with a planned gift. Through their bequest, the Herolds will leave a significant gift to permanently endow academic scholarships at the University. The annual scholarships were originally created in 2000 by Richard and his late wife, Mitzi, in the areas of sciences and nursing. Richard, a scientist, and Mitzi, a nurse, chose to fund scholarships in the areas closest to them. These scholarships are awarded to students who will follow in their footsteps by pursuing careers in the areas of science and nursing. support our youth Richard and Barbara have continued this tradition by giving annual scholarships in addition to the estate plan they have established. They decided the “best place to give back was in our local community.” According to Richard, “As a long-time Aiken resident, I have seen USC Aiken transition from its early days at Banksia to be a growing, vibrant community partner contributing to Aiken’s overall quality of life.” gift of education future leaders The Herolds do much more than donate money to the University. They are actively involved in the campus. Richard sings with the University’s Masterworks Chorale and they regularly attend University events. Each semester, the Herolds make a personal connection when USC Aiken schedules a luncheon with the students who receive their scholarships. “It’s an honor to meet our students and speak with them about their future goals,” said Barbara. “They are a fine group of future leaders.” The Herolds are passionate about doing their part to fund educational opportunities for students. They feel it is their honor and duty to give back. “As a community, we need to support our youth to help them meet their educational goals,” said Barbara. Last year, the Herolds’ gift funded scholarships for nine students. Lauren Cook, a senior nursing major is a recipient of a scholarship funded by the Herolds. According to Cook, “The generosity that Dr. and Mrs. Herold have shown me has been tremendous. The scholarship I received has helped me to pursue my dream of helping people around the world by becoming a registered nurse. The Herolds greatly lightened the financial burden that years of college create, and they have also interacted with me and shown interest in my education, career, and life goals.” According to Barbara, “There’s no better gift than providing someone with the gift of education, and we are proud to participate in this endeavor.” Richard concurred stating, “It’s a good feeling to know that we are helping young people obtain their goals in higher education.” Richard and Barbara Herold pose with scholarship recipients, Lauren Cook (third from left) and Kristin Lindsay (far left) The Herolds are optimistic that their gifts will be just the beginning of a cycle of giving back. Richard said, “Our hope is that when these students are successful, they will give back to their community in a similar way.”
Paying help someone It Forward H elping others is a way of life for Marcia Nash. After earning a sociology degree from USC Aiken in 1993, she works in the early childhood development and education field as the Executive Director of the Aiken County First Steps program. The Aiken County First Steps program supports prekindergarten programs, literacy training, and programs to involve parents so that children will arrive in first grade healthy and ready for school. One of the new programs that Marcia has been involved with is the First Steps for Fatherhood Initiative to help fathers become more involved parents. Marcia understands the important role an involved father plays in the life of his children because she and her four siblings were raised by their single father in Orangeburg, S.C. Her favorite childhood activities were running and playing basketball with her older brothers. That basketball practice paid off when Marcia graduated from high school and was offered a basketball scholarship to attend USC Aiken. Although her scholarship is what brought her to USC Aiken, the campus community at USC Aiken is what forged her continuing involvement with the college. She fondly remembers the support of the fans and athletics staff during the four years she played for the Lady Pacers. When asked what she loves best about USCA, Marcia replied: “USCA reminds me of the community where I grew up. At USCA, everyone takes care of each other.” Marcia’s appreciation for the support and generosity of those who helped her succeed at USC Aiken prompts her to give back to the University. She sees her participation in the Alumni Annual Fund and the Alumni Council as an opportunity to “pay it forward” by using her knowledge and skills to help someone else. the USC Aiken community Marcia Nash working with children Marcia reminds fellow alumni that participation in the USC Aiken community and your local community is more important than the amount you can give. “You should always keep moving; nothing happens when you’re standing still. Whether we give time, money, or motivation, we should all get moving and help someone.”
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