Mission
The mission of the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame is to present, recognize and honor outstanding women in the community for their service and contributions through induction into the organization; and to provide funding to support higher education attainment for deserving local women pursuing a college education, and to promote their individual development in order to improve their status, interests, and needs of our community.
Fall 2024 Member Event
SAWHOF members gathered for the first Membership Event on Wednesday, September 25th. Lorena “Lorraine” Pulido PhD, Brooks Development Authority Chairwoman and SAWHOF member welcomed everyone. Joining Dr. Pulido was SAWHOF member and Brooks Development Authority board member, Pat Jasso. SAWHOF members were treated to delicious appetizers and a tour of the WatersEdge building and office space.
Attending members networked and learned about upcoming SAWHOF activities. Several opportunities presented themselves so that SAWHOF members were able to provide references or resources for other members’ projects or community service. This is the goal of such Member Event gatherings – to provide the opportunity for members to reconnect and provide support for each other.
We are planning another Member Event during the Spring of 2025 – Watch for future details in the newsletter.
Centenarian Celebration
Rosemary Kowalski reached the wonderful age of 100 this month! Congratulations Rosemary!! Rosemary’s goal was to have 100 Birthday celebrations before she reached her birthday. The celebration with SAWHOF members, on August 8th, was number 90 in her goal toward 100. Virginia Van Cleave opened her beautiful home for the Birthday Celebration. Members enjoyed visiting with Rosemary and also contributed to a scholarship which will be given in Rosemary’s name.
Donations to the Rosemary Kowalski Scholarship are still being collected. Donations can be mailed to: SAWHOF
PO Box 461104
San Antonio TX 78246
Or using this link: DONATE.
Please designate Rosemary Kowalski Scholarship when making a donation.
Member News
Did you hear that glass ceiling breaking? Elizabeth (Liz) Sanchez-Lopez was recently appointed as the first female Director of Fine Arts at Northside ISD. Excellent job Liz as you pave the way for other women at NISD and San Antonio!
Dr. Adena Loston and Tracy Wolff are being honored by the Women’s Chamber of Commerce on October 24th. To purchase tickets https://archive.sawccfoundation.org/event-5742124 Congratulations Dr. Loston and Tracy!
Dr. Ellen Riojas Clark is being honored and will receive the Inspire Award from the SAISD Foundation on October 23rd. https://saisdfoundation.com/news-and-events/inspire-awards/ to purchase tickets. Congratulations on a well-deserved education award Ellen!
The Honorable Sandee Bryan Marion was recently featured in San Antonio Magazine in a featured article Women Change Makers. https://sawoman.com/2024/07/women-change-makers/ Thank you Sandee for continuing to make a difference and a positive change in San Antonio.
Sylvia C. Rodriguez was recently featured in the Volunteers at the Alamo for her continuous volunteer work at this historical site! Sylvia is a docent at the Alamo! Who knows… the next time you visit the Alamo Sylvia may be there to tell you a story of this important testament to Texas History.
Trish DeBerry was featured on the cover of a summer edition of San Antonio Women.
https://sawoman.com/2024/07/cover-woman-trish-deberry/
In her featured article Trish highlights the many changes in downtown San Antonio. Great work Trish!
I know that there are other members who are being recognized and honored throughout the community or nationally. If you know of or are a member being honored/recognized, please send me the information so that I can include the information in the newsletter. My direct email is doris.slaybarber@gmail.com.
I look forward to hearing from the members
Important Calendar Dates
December 4, 2024 – SAWHOF Holiday Event – Alamo Colleges District Board Room 6:00 – 8:00PM
March 1, 2025 – 2025 SAWHOF Inductee Ceremony and Gala 6:00 – 9:00PM
June 14, 2025 – SAWHOF Annual Meeting – San Antonio Water System Headquarters 9:30 – 11:00AM