Mayes, William Glenn and Grace S. Endowment Fund
The William Glenn and Grace S. Mayes Endowment Fund was established with a life income gift in 1992 by Dr. and Mrs. William Glenn Mayes for the benefit of the School of Art at The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ College of Fine & Applied Arts. Dr. Mayes enjoyed a successful career with Bridgestone/Firestone. Mrs. Mayes was a dedicated professor at The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ until her retirement. Dr. and Mrs. Mayes are exceptional examples of lifelong learning. As active participants in the University's 60+ Program, they have indulged their love of music and art through audited classes. Dr. Mayes served on the citizen's advisory board for the 60+ Program. Dr. and Mrs. Mayes served as co-presidents of an ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ-area organization that serves as a cultural network for international visitors. As part of the "American experience" they often bring foreign diplomats and business people to The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ. It is their appreciation for music and art that led them to establish this endowed fund.
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