About
A TRADITION DATING BACK TO THE 1930s
The Trinity University Women's Club (TUWC) exists to render service to Trinity University, to maintain a scholarship fund for worthy Trinity students, and to provide an opportunity for forming friendships.
The Trinity University Women's Club awarded its first scholarship in 1935-1936. We have increased the number and amount of scholarship awards over the years and continue to support deserving students. We hope you will consider making a donation to our scholarship fund.
"I can rest easier with the help of this scholarship, allowing me to focus on being in the moment and truly cherishing my time left at Trinity, rather than worrying about more student loans... I cannot express my gratitude enough. I will go out into the "real world" after graduation a more confident, learned, and experienced woman because of you and the Trinity Women's Club generous scholarship. Thank you, thank you."
History
The Trinity Women's Club and the Scholarship Fund originated when Trinity University was located in Waxahachie, Texas. During the 1930s, Paul Schwab, Dean of the University, recognized a need for scholarship aid for women attending the school. Faculty members and spouses of faculty responded with the "Egg Basket" tradition. One woman would place a baked item in a traveling basket and give it to another Women's Club member. That member contributed money to the fund for the baked item. She then replaced the baked item with another and the basket was passed among the members until all had an opportunity to contribute and the fund was sufficient to cover a scholarship for a female student.
When Trinity moved to San Antonio, the scholarship fund tradition continued. Currently, the fund is maintained through personal donations from members and scholarships are available to all students. Our new tradition is to encourage members to make a donation to the Trinity University Women’s Club instead of exchanging holiday cards at the December luncheon. In addition, we participate in the 1869 Challenge.
Membership
Become part of the club
The Trinity University Women’s Club is composed of a group of compassionate individuals who are rooted in the values of service, friendship, and scholarship. Club membership is open to Trinity University faculty and staff, spouses and partners of faculty and staff, retirees, and alumnae of the University. Other special requests for membership are taken on an individual basis.
Membership includes four luncheon programs per year with exciting speakers. For information about Programs, please contact Heather Haynes Smith '97, '98 @email.
Complete the membership application
Please feel free to contact the Membership Chairpersons with any questions: Nelda Cortez @email and Laura Rodriguez @email.
Service Projects
The Trinity University Women's Club is committed to providing service to Trinity University and its student community. We strive to support students between semesters with fun lunch events for student athletes, summer research students, and others. We also volunteer at university events such as Move-in Day and the Chocolate Festival.
Purchase your copy of Cooking TUgether!
This unique cookbook is a collection of recipes and stories showcasing the history and traditions of Trinity University, as well as the Trinity University Women’s Club. Each recipe shares a unique narrative, including Trinity and San Antonio history, personal stories from contributors, and fun food facts.
Each cookbook is $32.50 (includes tax) each. Shipping is $5.00.
All proceeds benefit the TUWC scholarship fund.For additional information, email @email.
Thank you for your interest in Trinity University Women's Club!
For more information about Trinity University Women’s Club, please contact:
President
Elinor Gingerich ‘97
@email
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