Lowcountry Students Awarded Scholarships

The United Way of the Lowcountry’s Women United announced that it has awarded scholarships to four exceptional local women pursuing their higher education degrees.

The scholarships are made possible through the Women United Scholarship Fund, which is funded by donations from women in the community who are passionate about supporting the educational pursuits of fellow women.

The four local recipients of this year’s scholarships are:

• Madalyn Bozman, who is majoring in early childhood education at the University of South Carolina Beaufort.

• Ximena Olguin Figueroa and Tymeca Sawyer, who are both pursuing nursing degrees at the Technical College of the Lowcountry.

• Elizabeth Monzon, who is entering the communication studies program at the University of South Carolina Beaufort with plans on pursuing a journalism degree.

“We are so proud to support these amazing women as they pursue their educational goals,” said Katie Phifer, Chairman of Women United’s Steering Committee. “These scholarships will help make their dreams of a college education

Please see SCHOLARSHIP on page 34A

HILTON HEAD BRIDGE CLUB, fall 2023 LESSONS

Beginner Bridge Lessons

Wednesday Mornings at The Bridge Center

Bridge is a game you can enjoy for a lifetime! Please join us this fall at the Hilton Head Island Bridge Club for lessons Wednesday mornings 10:00 – 12:00. The course will run for ten weeks. You can attend the classes as they fit your schedule. If you are brand new to the game, you will gain the most if you are able to attend a majority of the classes.

September 13th Introduction to Bridge and Taking Tricks

September 20th Choosing a Contract

September 27th Opening Bids, Hand Evaluation

October 4th No Trump Opening Bids and Responses

October 11th Major Suit Opening Bids & Responses

October 18th Major Suit Bidding/Practice Hands

October 25th Minor Suit Opening Bids & Responses

November 1st Minor Suit Bidding/Practice Hands

November 8th Overcalls

November 15th Bridge Plus Game

Each lesson is $15.00. We will be using Audrey Grant’s textbook, Bridge Basics One, which will be available to purchase for $20.00. Please contact Kristi Menees to indicate your interest in attending classes so that the correct number of textbooks will be available. Classes will be taught by Kristi Menees, kristimenees@mac.com, telephone 551-795-6329.

THURSDAY MORNINGS AT THE BRIDGE CENTER, 10 – 12

Supervised Play! Each session begins with a ten minute mini-lesson, and then each table plays hands at their own pace. You are able to ask questions at any time about bidding, defending, playing the hand. It is a perfect way to practice in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Come alone, come with a partner, or come along with a full table.

Cost is $10. Any questions: kristimenees@mac.com 551-795-6329

See our website www.bridgewebs.com/hiltonheadisland for a schedule of our Face to Face duplicate games. Located at : 95 Mathews Dr., Port Royal Shopping Center. For more info: 843-342-7529. Also see us on Facebook: Hilton Head Bridge Club

SCHOLARSHIP from page 32A a reality.”

The Women United Scholarship Fund was established in 2020 to support local, non-traditional female students pursuing a higher education degree at the University of South Carolina Beaufort or Technical College of the Lowcountry. To be eligible for a scholarship, female students must reside or work in Beaufort or Jasper County, have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and have made some contributions to their community through volunteerism.

The Scholarship Committee is cochaired by Connie Hipp and Gloria Duryea. “We are grateful to the women in our community who have made these scholarships possible,” shared Hipp. “Their generosity is helping to make a difference in the lives of these young women.”

United Way of the Lowcountry’s Women United offers its members the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, philanthropic, and engaging organization of women leaders who deeply care about our community. The mission of Women United is to mobilize the caring power of women, uniting them to advance the common good with a focus on breaking barriers to education in the overlooked areas of Beaufort and Jasper counties. The group, formerly known as the Women’s Leadership Council, was established locally in 2012. Members collaborate to engage, educate, and empower others to become leaders and actively participate in the betterment of our community. To learn more or join Women United, please visit https://uwlowcountry. org/womenunited.

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