DBU REPORT 8 The Women’s Auxiliary Board presents the annual Ruth Award to commend women who are exceptionally dedicated to God, family, others, and to supporting Christian education at DBU. The award draws inspiration from the great love and commitment demonstrated by the Biblical story of Ruth. The 2024 recipients include three distinguished women whose lives shine brightly for Christ. Kathleen Hardage was presented the Ruth Award by her husband, Dr. David Hardage, former executive director of the Baptist General Convention of Texas, in recognition of her devotion to family, her love for teaching in public school, and her faithful service as a pastor’s wife. Marilyn Mansfield was also presented with the Ruth Award by her husband, Dr. Stephen Mansfield, former dean of DBU’s College of Business, who praised her many years of service as a teacher, along with recognizing her joyful spirit, intense loyalty, and sacrificial love. Courtney Cuthbert presented the Ruth Award to her mother, former DBU Associate Provost Deemie Naugle, giving a heartfelt speech recounting her mother’s dedication to excellence in higher education at DBU and her selfless love for Deemie’s late husband, Dr. David Naugle. Deemie Naugle, Marilyn Mansfield, and Kathleen Hardage Women’s Auxiliary Board Executive Director Leslie Moulton, First Lady Candice Wright, Ruth Awards Luncheon Chairman Patty Lovvorn, and Women’s Auxiliary Board President Mary Brigham A WOMAN OF CHARACTER Ruth Award Recognizes Distinguished Honorees The Women’s Auxiliary Board invites women interested in supporting Christian education at DBU to explore online at dbu.edu/wab or scan this code for more information. Martha Edwards, Candice Wright, Marilyn Mansfield, and Jaycee Duce
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