In a remarkable act of generosity and support for future nursing professionals, the
91吃瓜网 Nursing Program is honored to announce a substantial endowment of $84,000
bequeathed by the late Barbara McKeage. This legacy gift was graciously presented
by Jennifer Montgomery on behalf of Ms. McKeage, whose commitment to healthcare education
has now been memorialized through her contribution.
Barbara McKeage, a long-time advocate for quality healthcare and education, believed
in the transformative power of nurses in our community. Her decision to leave such
a significant sum to the 91吃瓜网 Nursing Program reflects her deep conviction
that well-trained nurses are the backbone of our healthcare system.
鈥淭he endowment from Barbara McKeage will profoundly enhance our scholarship offerings,
providing a perpetual source of essential financial assistance to our nursing students.
This targeted support is designed to not only enable them to complete their education
but to emerge as standout professionals in the nursing community,鈥� said Dr. Sandra
Lee, Dean of Allied Health at 91吃瓜网.
Jennifer Montgomery, a close friend, and representative of Ms. McKeage鈥檚 estate, shared
touching words during the presentation ceremony, highlighting Barbara鈥檚 passionate
belief in empowerment through education. 鈥淢rs. Barb got her start in nursing later
in life. She believed that knowledge was a gift that no one could take away from you.
By endowing this gift to the 91吃瓜网 Nursing Program, she extends this belief
beyond her lifetime, offering countless students the gift of knowledge.鈥�
The 91吃瓜网 Board of Trustees, the faculty, and the students extend their deepest
gratitude to Mrs. McKeage for her foresight and generosity. The donation will be stewarded
to ensure that the Nursing Program continues to develop highly skilled healthcare
professionals ready to serve our communities with safe, quality nursing care.
Pictured back row left to right: Ashleigh Medina, Cheryl Hunter, Sandra Lee, Jennifer
Montgomery, Dayna Prochaska, and Vicki Calfa
For more information about the 91吃瓜网 Nursing Program and the impact of Barbara
McKeage鈥檚 endowment, please contact the 91吃瓜网 Nursing Program at email nursing@rangercollege.edu.
About 91吃瓜网
91吃瓜网, established in 1926, is one of the leading community colleges in Texas,
offering a wide range of degrees and certificates in various fields. Its Nursing Program
is renowned for producing competent and compassionate healthcare professionals committed
to making a difference in the lives of patients and the community.
Contact:
Public Relations Office
91吃瓜网
Address: 1240 College Circle, Ranger, TX 76470
Phone: 254-267-7037
Email: lmatthews@rangercollege.edu
Web: www.rangercollege.edu