For Roy Worthy ‘89, becoming a President’s Associate was about more than giving back, it was about fueling the energy and momentum ignited by President Damphousse’s leadership.
“I was very impressed upon meeting President Damphousse,” Roy shared. “The energy he carries as president has really fired up Texas State! He seems to be everywhere. I wanted to help make that energy become an action for the benefit of Texas State University.”
That sense of action is rooted in empathy. Reflecting on his own experience as a student who balanced work and school, Roy understands the powerful impact of feeling supported, stating “even something that seems small can have a huge effect on a person’s life.”
I hope my giving will help shape the future of Texas State by putting financial resources in the hands of people who see and know exactly where it should go to help students or the University in ways that can make a difference
Their message to others considering joining President’s Associates is simple but inspiring: “By joining and giving, you help the president by providing a discretionary tool he can use to meet needs that might otherwise fall to the wayside.”
With generosity and belief in Texas State’s future, this President’s Associate is helping ensure the university continues to thrive, energized, and ready for what’s next.
CARRYING ON THE BOBCAT LEGACY
Roy Worthy's grandfather, Marion Horton Bennett, was on the Southwest Texas Normal School football team in 1911. After graduating, he got his M.D. and returned to his hometown, Big Spring, to be a pioneer of medicine in the Big Spring and Howard County area. He and his business partner, Dr. Hall, founded Hall Bennett Hospital in Big Spring. He practiced there until his death in 1956.
His daughter, and Roy's mother, Louise Ann Bennett Worthy was a pediatrician at the hospital and herself practiced there for 47 years taking care of the kids of the area.
Support TXST with President Damphousse
By joining President’s Associates, you are helping to start a movement that will result in groundbreaking research, investing in top students, increased higher education access, and more. Together, we are taking on the challenge to meet the most pressing needs facing Texas State University today.