Scholarship Endowment

As a leader in all-girls Catholic education, Ursuline is committed to the intellectual and spiritual development of each student, and celebrates a rich and diverse community that unites students and alumnae of all cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds.

While strong support for the Ursuline Annual Fund helps keep tuition increases to a minimum, families of prospective students increasingly depend on scholarships and financial aid when making the decision to attend. It is our ultimate goal to ensure that all qualified applicants who dream of coming to Ursuline are afforded that opportunity. In addition to named privately-funded scholarships outlined in this report, the General Scholarship Endowment is an important source of need-based assistance for Ursuline students.

Since the Ursuline tradition of Serviam cultivates an awareness of and responsiveness to the needs of others, grants made from the Ursuline General Scholarship Endowment are now known as Serviam Scholarships.

Alexandria Brown '20 Scholarship

Inspired by their daughter Alexandria's desire to see a more welcoming and inclusive school community, Ursuline parents Donna and Richard Brown endowed a scholarship in her honor in 2018. Alex graduated from Ursuline in June 2020 and is currently a student in the Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. 

This partial scholarship - Ursuline's first four-year scholarship for African-American and Latina students - is awarded once every four years to an incoming or rising ninth grader. 

Alumnae Association Scholarship

The Alumnae Association Scholarship was established in 2004 by members of The Ursuline School Alumnae Association. This partial-tuition, four-year scholarship is awarded to an incoming or rising ninth-grade daughter of an alumna for academic achievement. Contributions to this scholarship are welcome at any time. Reunion-year class gifts may be directed to the Alumnae Association Scholarship.

Andrea Aresi Kanovsky '83 Memorial Scholarship  

Andrea Aresi Kanovsky '83 was an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend. Shortly after Andrea passed away, her husband and her parents established the Andrea Aresi Kanovsky '83 Memorial Scholarship at Ursuline.

For the last 10 years, contributions from family members and friends have gifted an Ursuline student with a $1,000 credit toward their junior or senior year tuition. In 2016, the scholarship fund reached an endowment level and was awarded for the first time as a four-year scholarship to an incoming ninth grader. Students are selected based on criteria that capture what was important to Andrea – consistently good grades and a variety of interests outside the classroom.

Ann Bradley was a life-long thinker, dreamer, and scholar who studied, researched, wrote, and taught about the great poets - Homer, Ovid, Virgil, Dante, Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton, et. al. She began her scholarly pursuits at Ursuline (graduated 1954), where she earned high honors, continued them at the College of New Rochelle (BA 1958), where she majored in English Literature and minored in religious studies, expanded them to Columbia University (MA 1975), where she focused on English & Contemporary Literature and earned the Lewis Leary Award for Best Master’s Essay in American Literature, and completed them at Rice University (MA, PhD 1995), where she excelled in Anglo-Saxon & Medieval Literature, where her primary professor declared that she had been her finest student ever, and where she won the Clifton Lefton Lawrence Award for Excellence in British History.   

Ann first taught at Ursuline and then taught at Pleasantville High School in Pleasantville, NY. Shortly after she married in 1961, she taught soldiers at Ft Bragg, NC. In 1978, she began teaching at Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart in Houston and remained there until 2013. Along the way, she taught English courses at Rice University and the University of St. Thomas, and edited her husband’s books. After she stopped teaching, she wrote four historically based novels and a wonderful book of poetry, Stepping Stones, filled with wisdom and joy.

A deeply Catholic woman, she brought to the classroom the joy of learning, love for her students, and her faith in God, and modeled for them her chosen roles of wife, mother, teacher, and friend. She also brought to her students a deep understanding of war, warriors, and POWs based on her life in New Rochelle during World War II, her study of literature, her experience as an Army wife, her association with myriad generals, officers, and young troops, her life with her husband at war, and her knowledge of military history.

Her family has established this scholarship in her memory to promote the study of Shakespeare - or her other favorites, Homer, Dante, or Chaucer – and to pass on the wisdom found in great literature.

In April 2023, all 10th grade English classes participated in workshops with Shakespeare on the Sound to explore the content, language, and relationships of the tragedy Macbeth.  This special enrichment opportunity was made possible by the Ann Summa Bradley '54 Memorial Scholarship.

Ann Toglia '66 Memorial Scholarship 

After her own experience with breast cancer, Ann Toglia used her sports medicine and fitness training to become a medical exercise specialist. She developed a special program for breast cancer patients to recover from surgery and maintain their health. This scholarship was established by Ann's parents after she passed away in 2005, and has been generously supported by the Class of 1966. The Ann Toglia '66 Memorial Scholarship is a funding source for the Think Pink Scholarship.

Barbara Cunniffe Hornig Memorial Scholarship 

Barbara Hornig Trudel '95 and Steven Trudel established this scholarship in memory of her mother, Barbara Cunniffe Hornig, a beloved teacher who helped numerous children learn to read and love school. Mrs. Hornig's ties to Ursuline were many - as the sister of two alumnae and mother of two alumnae. This need-based scholarship is awarded to an Ursuline student from the Bronx, in honor of and in gratitude for the families and community where Mrs. Hornig has established an early childhood learning center. 

Bernice and Joseph Vrablic Memorial Scholarship 

This scholarship was established in 2005 by dedicated alumna Rosemary Vrablic '78 to honor her parents and their lessons on the value of hard work, independence, and striving towards one's goals. This partial tuition, need-based scholarship is awarded every four years to a conscientious student who is active in her school community.

Cardinal O'Connor Scholarship 

This partial-tuition, four-year scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in 2004, and honors a student for her character, service and concern for others. It is given in memory of John Cardinal O'Connor who served as Archbishop of New York from 1984 to 2000. He was a forceful voice for Catholic social justice and an advocate for the most vulnerable in our society.  

Christine MacMenamin Memorial Scholarship

Christine MacMenamin was kind, bright and enthusiastic - and a beloved friend to many. To honor her memory and create opportunities for future students, a committee of alumnae, friends and family organized the first Christine MacMenamin Memorial Scholarship Reception in May 2013. Now in its 10th year, the event has become a much-anticipated celebration of Ursuline friendship. Since its inception, more than $400,000 has been raised for the scholarship endowment.

he Christine MacMenamin Memorial Scholarship is a partial-tuition, four-year scholarship awarded based on need to an incoming ninth grader who has a strong desire to attend Ursuline and who will contribute to the vibrancy of the school community.

Click here to meet Alyssa '22, a recent recipient of the Christine MacMenamin Memorial Scholarship, and to view a retrospective of CMMS Receptions through the years!

Class of 1967 Scholarship 

The Class of 1967 established this scholarship in honor of their 40th Reunion in 2007. Their dedication to Ursuline extends to curriculum enhancement though the gift of the Organic Vegetable and Herb Teaching and Learning Garden in 2012 for their 45th Reunion.

Class of 1979 Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2015 by members of the Class of 1979 to remember the classmates they have lost. They plan to build this scholarship over time and through Reunion giving.

Class of 1982 Scholarship

Reunion is a special time to remember so many memories of our time at Ursuline and is also an opportunity to reconnect with cherished friends and return to a place that many of us considered a second home.

Along with many happy memories, we recall the loss of a bright classmate, Sheila Kelly, in Junior year.

Out of shared pain, new friendships were made, and our class grew stronger and more united. Since then, we have lost three other beloved friends far too soon: Kim Mouracade Nesbit, Carolan Boyd, and Lori Ann Orsi Senbergs.

To mark the occasion of our 35th Ursuline Reunion in 2017, we established a new scholarship – The Class of 1982 Scholarship — so that other qualified young women may benefit from the Ursuline experience as we did. Through this scholarship, we hope that the lives of our Ursuline classmates will inspire the students selected to receive this scholarship.

The scholarship in honor of our class will be awarded to an incoming 9^th grader who exhibits resilience, determination and spirit. Need will also be considered.

Gifts of all sizes will help build the scholarship toward endowment. Donations to the scholarship are not limited to the class itself - all are invited to contribute to the success of this effort!

Thank you for your generous support!

Class of 1984 Scholarship  

The Class of 1984 launched a class scholarship on the occasion of their 35th Reunion to help give young women today the opportunity to benefit from an Ursuline education.

This need-based scholarship is given in memory of classmates Liz Hemming Walker (pictured left) and Laura Shanahan (pictured right) to a ninth grader who hopes to attend Ursuline. The scholarship will continue to grow over time as the class honors friendships, milestones and memories. The Class of 1984 Scholarship incorporates the Laura Shanahan Memorial Scholarship that was established upon her passing in 2014.

Class of 1985 Forever United Scholarship

On the occasion of their 30th Reunion in June 2015, the Class of 1985 celebrates the friendships first formed at Ursuline many years ago and the women of strength, wisdom, and faith that they have become today.

In celebrating the bonds of friendship, the Class of 1985 remembers the Ursuline friends who are gone too soon, and hopes that their lives will inspire the young women of Ursuline's future.

In true Ursuline "Ac Fui" friendship, the Class of 1985 remembers...

Helen Crossin-Kittle, for her fun-loving spirit and generosity. 

Deirdre McCorry Mazer, for her kindness and warmth. 

Margaret Gleason Hamm, for her courage and sense of humor. 

Joan Meschi, for encouraging us to dream. 

Tara Bernard-Stiehl, for her laugh, beautiful spirit, and devotion to friends and family.
(From left to right)

Class of 1990 Serviam Scholarship in memory of

Bernadette Bleichert Kenney '90

On the occasion of their 25^th Reunion in June 2015, Class of 1990 wished to mark the event in a special way, recognizing how Ursuline has helped shape them into wise, caring, and faithful women. Together, they hope to encourage and nurture the tradition of Serviam in the young women who are
the future of Ursuline. It is in friendship, gratitude, and remembrance that they established the 
Class of 1990 Serviam Scholarship in loving memory of their friend and classmate, Bernadette Bleichert Kenney.

It is fitting that this scholarship for service be named for an Ursuline girl who lived in the spirit of Serviam. The scholarship will be based on a student’s character, outreach, and her creative ability to share her own interests and talents in service to others.

Dr. Ione Dunkley Edwards Scholarship Award

Ione Louise Dunkley Edwards was the first of three children born to Lockland and Matilda English Dunkley, who migrated to New York from Jamaica in the 1920s during the Depression. Ione graduated from George Washington High School in New York City. She earned her undergraduate and masters degrees from Hunter College and Doctorate from Columbia University. Ione spent her entire career with the New York City Board of Education, beginning as a science teacher. She served as an assistant principal, and retired in 1999 after many years as an elementary school principal.

Ione met and married Theodore U. Edwards in August 1956 and had a daughter, Donna. The family moved to New Rochelle in 1966, where Ione resided until her death in 2012.

Dr. Edwards was a member of the Council of Supervisors and Administrators and various other professional organizations. She was a 35-year member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority; a charter member of the Links Incorporated, Greater Hudson Valley Chapter; a long-term member of the Northeasterners; and a member of the Sophisticates for more than 30 years. Ione was a faithful member of St. Simon the Cyrenian Episcopal Church in New Rochelle, where she served as a member of the Vestry and many other committees.

Donna Edwards '75 and her daughters Danielle O'Bannon and Dionne O'Bannon, in partnership with St. Simon the Cyrenian Church and The Ursuline School, established this scholarship award to honor Dr. Edwards' legacy as an educator, and to continue her efforts to promote academic excellence. Students selected as recipients receive individual and group tutoring to prepare for the SAT and ACT college entrance exams. Ursuline students of color who have completed sophomore year are recommended by the Administration, and selected through an application process.

To read more about the IDE Scholars Program, please click here.

Elizabeth Worland Ford Memorial Scholarship 

Elizabeth Worland Ford was a woman of many talents and interests who felt strongly about elevating and supporting other talented women. She credited her experience at a Catholic college for women as having a strong influence on her life and career path, and wanted her daughter Megan ‘02 to have the empowering opportunities that an Ursuline education offers. Elizabeth enjoyed a successful career as an accountant and was often a mentor for new female colleagues. Her positive outlook, quiet confidence and genuine interest in people made her a resource for young women friends and family members entering or re-entering the workforce. Elizabeth also had an affinity for the creative arts herself and, with her innate ability to understand and encourage others, liked to recognize and promote the works of female artisans. 

This scholarship, established by Elizabeth’s husband and daughter in her memory, will be awarded to an incoming or rising ninth grader who shares qualities of Elizabeth’s character and possesses a “maker mindset”: has a positive attitude, collaborates with and encourages her peers, and integrates creative interests in her approach to learning.

Edward Merrigan Memorial Scholarship

As an alumnae parent and trustee, Ed Merrigan was an enthusiastic champion of all-girls' Catholic education and consistently encouraged Ursuline to "think big." An Army veteran, Ed completed two tours of duty in Vietnam and received multiple commendation awards. He then enjoyed a long career in health care financial analysis during which he mentored numerous young people.

With his wife Betty, Ed was a loyal and generous donor to Ursuline. Upon his passing in 2019, Betty and daughters Eileen '00, Deirdre '02, and Maureen '04 chose to establish a scholarship in his memory at Ursuline to continue his legacy and honor his desire to "make a difference."

Eileen F. Davidson Scholarship

Former Trustee and Finance Committee Chair John Duffy has been a loyal supporter of Ursuline since his daughters Kara '01 and Caitlin '01 were students. In 2013, he established this scholarship in honor of President Eileen Davidson to recognize her leadership and commitment to the young women of Ursuline. This partial-tuition scholarship offers financial assistance for incoming students who otherwise might be unable to attend.

Emily Clemente Memorial Scholarship 

This scholarship was established in 1989 by Ann and Constantine Clemente in memory of their daughter Emily, an outstanding student and leader at Ursuline. In the words of the then-Principal Sr. Jean Baptiste Nicholson, OSU, Emily was "an excellent overall person. She had great insight and would get the most out of everything." Ursuline's annual Speech and Debate Tournament is named for Emily, who was a superb public debater and teammate who excelled in forensics competitions. The Emily Clemente Memorial Scholarship is awarded every year based on academic achievement, evident concern for others, and demonstrated need. It is the only four-year, full-tuition scholarship offered at The Ursuline School. 

Gabelli Foundation Scholarship 

Established in 2005, this half-tuition, four-year scholarship is awarded annually to an academically talented incoming or rising ninth grader of Italian descent whose grades and entrance test scores are in the top 10th percentile. Need is a consideration but not a requirement for selection as a recipient.

Gleason Family Scholarship 

Sr. Martha Gleason, OSU (pictured center with her sisters) was an integral faculty member for 15 years and is remembered fondly for her commitment to building a strong arts program. This partial-tuition, four-year scholarship was created in 2013 and is awarded once every four years to a rising ninth grader who is actively involved in the music program and has a love for the school. 

Healy Family Scholarship

The Healy Family Scholarship was established in 2017 to honor Frank and Patricia Healy, parents of Ursuline alumna Liz Healy '94 and grandparents of Mary Ellen Healy '16, to recognize their commitment to the Ursuline motto of Serviam, "I will serve," and the expression of kindness toward others in one's everyday life. 

Helen Crossin-Kittle '85 Memorial Scholarship

Helen Crossin-Kittle ’85 was the only Ursuline alumna lost in the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center. Helen was a computer specialist working for Cantor Fitzgerald – eSpeed in 1 World Trade Center and was expecting her first child. She was an original Ursuline "Woman of Tech" - known for her coding skills when programming first became a part of the school curriculum.

On the occasion of their 30th Reunion, the Class of 1985 established the Helen Crossin-Kittle '85 Memorial Scholarship to be awarded to the daughter or granddaughter of a first responder or veteran who also shares some of Helen’s special interests. It was awarded for the first time in 2016 to a student in the Class of 2020.

Laura Shanahan '84 Memorial Scholarship 

Laura Shanahan was a loving wife and a devoted mother who was known for her grace, quick-wit, and honesty. This scholarship, established in Laura's memory in 2014, honors her caring nature, love of family, and entrepreneurial spirit. The fund is incorporated into the Class of 1984 Scholarship which was established to remember Laura and other departed classmates.

Louise Este Bruce Scholarship

Louise Este Bruce was a philanthropist from a family with a notable legacy in public service and diplomacy. Throughout her life, Ms. Bruce donated to various charities but felt a particular obligation toward private educational institutions. The Louise Este Bruce Foundation, which was created upon her death in 2013, has chosen to focus its efforts on institutions that share Ms. Bruce's passion for education. Ursuline was honored that the Foundation board chose to establish this need-based scholarship in Ms. Bruce's name in 2019 to recognize intellectually-curious incoming ninth-graders whose entrance test scores and grades are in the top tenth percentile. 

Lucy Hardiman '05 Scholarship

While a student at Ursuline, Lucy Hardiman was a top performing student drawn to the sciences. She received her undergraduate degree in Biology from Georgetown University, and a BSN in the Family Nurse Practitioner program at Colombia, She is now a successful nurse practitioner, licensed in five states, specializing in spinal issues and pain management. Her parents, Rita Mabli and Patrick Hardiman, established this partial-tuition, four-year scholarship in 2014 in Lucy's honor to acknowledge the impact that Ursuline had on her success. This scholarship is awarded once every four years to the rising ninth grader with the highest GPA in science. 

Marie T. Murray Memorial Scholarship

This partial-tuition, four-year scholarship was established in 2007 by Catherine Murray Ryan '64 in honor of her mother Marie Tully Murray - the mother of five Ursuline alumnae and grandmother of an alumna. It is now given in her memory once every four years at the Moving Up Ceremony to a rising ninth grader who is an all-around Ursuline student. In addition to meeting the demands of Ursuline's challenging curriculum, the recipient is active in the school community and is respected by peers and faculty alike. 

Mary & Paul McEvoy Scholarship 

The McEvoys are long-time supporters of Catholic education, and value the Ursuline education that their daughter Carolyn '06 enjoyed and the lifelong connections and friendships she made. Recognizing that rising tuition costs may make it difficult for many to benefit from all that Ursuline offers, the McEvoys established a scholarship to assist students who would thrive at Ursuline given the chance. This full-tuition scholarship is awarded once every seven years to an incoming student for her middle school and high school years. 

Maureen Zottner Memorial Scholarship

Maureen Zottner was a beloved and respected member of the Ursuline faculty for nearly 30 years and the mother of two alumnae. Her students and those she tutored appreciated how she taught math in a manner that was straightforward, entertaining and easily understood. She was patient, generous, encouraging, funny and kind - and her ability to connect with students earned her the nickname "The Math Whisperer."

This scholarship, which was established by her family in 2018, benefits an incoming ninth grader with financial need who supports and encourages her peers both in and out of the classroom.

Nina Iannotti Maguire '51 Scholarship  

As a mother of an alumna and grandmother of two Ursuline students - and an alumna herself - Nina Iannotti Maguire fully appreciates the value of an Ursuline education. The scholarship was established to recognize and encourage leadership in the young women of Ursuline. This partial-tuition, four-year scholarship is awarded to a rising ninth-grade student who exhibits the qualities of a good leader- strong character, courage, initiative, and wisdom - and is involved in the school, church or community.

Peter & Carmela Agliardo Memorial Scholarship  

Terri Agliardo, longtime member of the Ursuline faculty and Chair of the Religious Studies Department, and her brother Louis established this scholarship in memory of their parents in 2018. Peter and Carmela encouraged their children to pursue their educational interests as far as they wished, and demonstrated the importance of always helping others.

This need-based four-year partial scholarship recognizes these values in an incoming student from the Bronx who is Roman Catholic, has a strong academic record and is actively involved in her school, parish and community.

Ryan-Smith Scholarship 

Pat Ryan-Smith '75 and her husband, Brian, know that an Ursuline education provides a strong foundation for life. In addition to experiencing this first-hand, Pat enjoyed watching her daughter, Shannon '13, benefit from the opportunities and empowerment that are part of the Ursuline experience.

Pat and Brian established the Ryan-Smith Scholarship for incoming students with demonstrated financial need so that future generations will also know and live the Ursuline mission.   

The women of the Santangelo family have enjoyed a long-standing relationship with the Ursulines and The Ursuline School. Over several decades, mothers, daughters, sisters, cousins and aunts have been educated in the Ursuline tradition and strongly support it. This partial, merit-based scholarship, which was established in 2014, is awarded once every 4 years to an incoming ninth grader based on outstanding academic performance and Italian heritage.

Sea Change Scholarship 

Sarah Niedzwiecki-Mecoy '00 and her husband Xavier Mecoy are professional yachtsmen who compete on the international racing circuit. Inspired by the energy and spirit of the CROWDS4TUS event, Sarah and X saw an opportunity to help students at Ursuline today.

Their gift established a scholarship to assist current students whose families have experienced a significant change in circumstances due to job loss or illness. It is named the Sea Change Scholarship since it was earned on the sea and is intended to bring about a positive change.

Soulful Impact Scholarship 

The Soulful Impact Scholarship is a partial-tuition, four-year scholarship established by Ursuline faculty member Deirdre Gaughan who is also president of Soulful Impact LLC, an ethical leadership consultancy. It is given once every four years to a rising ninth grader who possesses strong leadership skills and, through her commitment to the Golden Rule, has an authentic respect for the value and dignity of others. The recipient of this scholarship demonstrates concern for all members of the Ursuline community and embodies the spirit and mission of Serviam. 

Sr. Bridget Conwell, OSU Memorial Scholarship 

This scholarship was established by a bequest from the Estate of John T. Shields in memory of Sr. Bridget Conwell, OSU.

Sr. Jean Baptiste Nicholson, OSU Memorial Scholarship

Sr. Jean Baptiste Nicholson, OSU, affectionately known as Sr. JB, led The Ursuline School for over 35 years, first as Principal and then as the first President. She was a woman of vision and compassion, wisdom and strength, who loved The Ursuline School. 

This scholarship was established in her honor in 2010 and continues in her memory. This partial-tuition, four-year scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated leadership in their school, church, or community. Financial need is also a consideration. 

Think Pink Scholarship

The Think Pink Scholarship was established by the Ursuline Cheerleaders and the Breast Cancer Awareness Club to assist students whose families need support due to a parent or immediate family member living with cancer. This scholarship is given in loving memory of all Ursuline alumnae who have lost their lives to breast cancer. Read about some of these special women below.

Samantha Smith Stohr '88

Samantha (pictured above, right, with her sister Stephanie '88) always believed in spreading joy and celebrating every moment, and every day she showed her daughter the importance of thinking of others.

As a nurse at Lenox Hill Hospital, Sam would put her patients’ needs before her own, taking time to talk to them and care for them, always going above and beyond. Other nurses had to tell her to leave well after her shift was over. Sam truly enjoyed the company of the elderly and loved spending time just listening to their stories. As Sam’s twin sister and Ursuline classmate Stephanie Smith Kennedy describes, “she was the ultimate nurse, the ultimate giver.”

Sam fought breast cancer for 14 years. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, daughter and friend. In the words of her sister, “a kinder, more generous person this world will never know.”

As the Class of 1988 celebrates their 30th Ursuline Reunion in 2018, they are supporting the Think Pink Scholarship in memory of their friend and classmate Samantha Smith Stohr '88.

Margaret Gleason Hamm '85

For their 30th Reunion in 2015, members of the the Class of 1985 supported the Think Pink scholarship in memory of Margaret Gleason Hamm '85.

Margaret (Muffin) Gleason Hamm (left) was truly an inspiration. During her own battle with breast cancer, she became a leading fundraiser for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and an advocate for other women facing the disease. Friends and family became a part of "Muffin's Crew." She was known for her unwavering commitment to saving lives - even if it was just one.

Ann Toglia '66

With a private practice in sports medicine fitness training, Ann Toglia applied her expertise to her own recovery from surgery and treatment after a late stage breast cancer diagnosis. She developed the Staying Abreast program to raise awareness of the medical community to the importance of prescribed rehabilitative therapy for every person undergoing cancer surgery and treatments. Ann was committed to inspire those fighting cancer to engage in a moderate exercise schedule that would allow them to feel more a part of the fitness world and less like cancer patients - stronger in heart, soul, body and mind.

The Ann Toglia '66 Memorial Scholarship was established by her parents, Rose and Ray Toglia, with generous support from the Class of 1966. On the occasion of their 50th Reunion in 2016, classmates remembered Ann with memorial gifts to the scholarship in her name. The Ann Toglia '66 Memorial Scholarship provides endowment support to the Think Pink Scholarship.

TR Scholarship in honor of Sr. Regina Kehoe, OSU

The Class of 1964 wished to mark their milestone 50th Reunion in 2014 in a meaningful way. At the heart of their Ursuline experience and amidst the countless memories, one woman stood tall, literally and figuratively. Mother Thomas Regina’s appointment as Principal ushered in a new period at The Ursuline School and, in the words of a ’64 alumna, “She was progressive and we took our cue from her!”
 

Whether you knew her as Mother Thomas Regina, affectionately as TR, or as Sr. Regina, on one point everyone agrees, she is an extraordinary woman as beloved and relevant today as she was when she first arrived at Ursuline many years ago. The TR Scholarship honors Sr. Regina and her lifelong commitment to the education of the young women of Ursuline.

Building on the successful launch by the Class of ‘64, the Class of ’68 also led an effort to garner support from classmates.

To commemorate the one-year anniversary of the TR Scholarship, Sr. Regina's family, friends, former students, and Ursuline administration gathered at a Mass and luncheon reception in her honor on Sunday, May 17, 2015.

Former students from the Classes of '64, '65, and '68 shared their memories of Sr. Regina and how her guidance influenced them throughout their lives. Nancy Waters, Class of '65, said "Like my Catholic faith, Mother Thomas Regina was my lynchpin, my continuity, my true north, my very compass. She will be a part of Ursuline forever through the scholarship established in one of her many names...which I proudly support!"
For the full text of the reflection on Sr. Regina, please click here.

The first TR Scholarship was awarded in January 2015 to an incoming student in the Class of 2019. The scholarship recognizes hard-working students who have a strong desire to attend Ursuline. Prospective students are asked to submit an essay which is reviewed by TR herself!

The 2014-15 Mothers' Auxiliary presented Sr. Regina with a check for the TR Scholarship of $53,000 at their June luncheon to her great delight! This wonderful gift in honor of their long-time moderator brings the scholarship endowment to $100,000, ensuring that Sr. Regina's devotion to the education of the young women of Ursuline continues for generations to come.

Contributions to the TR Scholarship in honor of Sr. Regina Kehoe are welcome at any time.
Thank you for your generous support!

Ursula Pioli Callahan Scholarship 

When Ursula Pioli Callahan was growing up, daughters of immigrant parents rarely had the chance to attend high school. All who knew her agree that, had she been given the opportunity, Ursula would have thrived in an advanced academic setting. The Ursula Pioli Callahan Scholarship, generously established in 2013 by the Callahan Family (Christine '83, Carolyn '84, Tricia '86, and their parents) provides the opportunity of an Ursuline education for girls who share Ursula's qualities: determined young women committed to academic success whose families may not have the resources to afford tuition. This partial scholarship is awarded once every four years. 

Ursuline Sisters Scholarship 

St. Angela Merici's counsel on unity reminds us to "Be united together with one heart and one mind. Be bound together with the bonds of charity, respecting each other and helping and supporting each other." The Ursuline Sisters of the Eastern Province have given their guidance, inspiration, and steadfast support to The Ursuline School since its founding in 1897. This partial-tuition, need-based scholarship was established in 2015, and provides the opportunity of an Ursuline education for qualified students committed to the Ursuline tradition of Serviam.