Lou Ann Simpson, BN'66, LW'68, department chair and professor of business law at Drake, was keynote speaker at the November 9, 2012, luncheon that celebrated scholarships for 2012-13 academic year.

The Lou Ann Simpson Scholarship was created to honor Ms. Simpson by a former student. Simpson says the student inspired her, so each year she contributes a modest amount, which has allowed the fund to grow over time.

Laura McGuire, a business major with a concentration in business law, was this year’s recipient of the Lou Ann Simpson Scholarship and spoke at the luncheon. Ms. McGuire told how she grew up in a family with seven siblings and was able to attend Drake because of scholarship assistance and financial aid.

5th Annual Celebration of Scholarships
Thursday, November 14
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Olmsted Center, second floor
Drake University

At every luncheon, numerous scholarships are celebrated—both the people who created them and the student who receive them. Scholarship donors make an incredible difference in the lives of Drake students to help them get their start in the world.


Go to our Flickr to see photos from last year's luncheon.