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Kevin WilliamsBreaking Down Financial Barriers for Talented Future Teachers

When hard times strike, annual gifts to the Curry School help keep talented students like Kevin Williams on track to becoming exemplary teachers. (MORE)


Regan FoustYour Gift Helps Transform Students Into Scholars

Presenting herself as a knowledgeable expert before an audience of professors was a daunting challenge for Curry doctoral student, Regan Foust.  (MORE) 


Paulette G. Katzenbach: A Parent Champions U.Va. and the Importance of Education

A dedicated and enthusiastic member of Curry’s foundation board and campaign committee, Mrs. Katzenbach is excited about what the future holds for the education school. “The needs of Curry are still great,” she said, “but the school is more focused, more diverse, and stronger than ever.”  (MORE)


Fred D. Smith: Honoring Curry's Role in His Success

Fred D. Smith (Ph.D. '03) has no doubt that the Curry School of Education played a major role in his career success. “If I had not pursued a Ph.D. at U.Va.,” he says, “I would not be where I am now." (MORE)


Scott Hunsaker: Showing His Gratitude

Gratitude is what Scott Hunsaker (Ph.D. ’91) and his wife Rebecca have in mind when they make their annual gift to the Curry School of Education. “I’ve had so many opportunities, and people at Curry have been so supportive of me,” Hunsaker says, “I feel a sense of responsibility to give back.” (MORE)


Mildred Lapsley: Giving for the Future

Miss Lapsley found an ideal strategy for ensuring a consistent income stream for herself and a generous future gift to her beloved Curry School. (MORE)


A Tribute by a Family Who Values Education

The Andrews family establishes an endowed fellowship to honor a loved one. (MORE)


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