For generations of individuals who have studied, taught and worked at Morgan State University, Dr. Ruthe T. Sheffey stands out as a distinguished alumna, scholar and master teacher, loved by all for her passion and commitment to education.
As iconic as the Holmes Hall clock tower, Dr. Sheffey, Professor of English, has positively impacted many students throughout her long and productive career. Pulitzer-Prize-winning short story writer James Alan McPherson; presidential speechwriter, Terry Edmonds; corporate lawyer and philanthropist, the late James Gilliam, and countless other Morgan graduates attribute their love of language and literature to the unmatched tutelage of Dr. Ruthe T. Sheffey.
?I believe strongly in the mission of Morgan State University and the important role that we play in preparing students for leadership and life after graduation,? Dr. Sheffey says. ?I?ve been a longtime supporter of Morgan, and when I was asked to consider a bequest, I saw it as an opportunity to support my faith in Morgan students now and in the future.?
Dr. Sheffey?s bequest to the Morgan State University Foundation will benefit the Ruthe T. Sheffey Endowed Scholarship Fund, which will support English students based on academic achievement and demonstrated financial need.
Whether teaching Freshman English, Humanities, Advanced Composition or Shakespeare, for more than a half-century, Dr. Ruthe T. Sheffey has been one who, like Chaucer?s clerk, ?would gladly learn and gladly teach.? The impact of her scholarship and philanthropic legacy will be immeasurable in the lives of individuals and communities for generations to come.
For more information about remembering Morgan State University in your will, or if you would like to learn more about how a planned gift or life-income vehicle can benefit you and support Morgan, please contact:
Donna Howard
Director of Development
(443) 885-4680 or
online at
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