Betty Bower and George Rudy honoring Harlie and Harrietta Clark

Betty Bower and George Rudy are siblings. Betty was born in Memphis, Missouri and attended Jefferson City Missouri Junior College and later graduated from the University of Missouri with degrees in journalism and education. Her career included serving as editor for all Missouri State Chamber of Commerce correspondence and developing the journalism program at Southern Illinois University. Betty and her family relocated to Tyler in 1983.

George Rudy attended TJC, where he was a member of Las Mascaras, as well as the speech and debate team. Following graduation from TJC, he served in the military and attended UT Austin. He received his law degree there, and went on to serve as Legal Counsel for the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.

George and Betty established this scholarship to honor their beloved aunt and uncle, Harlie and Harrietta Clark. They have also established other scholarships, honoring each other. Their gifts recognize their commitment to education and will help students succeed for years to come.