History of the Scholarship
The scholarship was created and is supported by Michal Waechter, Founder and CEO of Waechter Consulting. She earned her Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from Texas State University and has more than a decade of experience in the San Antonio market. She specializes in business development and has diverse experience in strategy, program execution, operational improvement, physician outreach, brand positioning and consumer engagement.
As a lifetime Bobcat, Michal wants to encourage other Texas State females to feel empowered.
Female enrolled in and completing Honors College Course HON3397J, also known as Housley Principled Leadership.
Housley Outstanding Female Scholarship is appointed. The recipient is chosen by the Professor and teaching staff and awarded at the final class of the semester.
The Bustillos Mariachi Excellence Awards, established in 2025 by Sheila Bustillos, Ph.D. to provide two $500 annual scholarships to help Texas State students pursue their goals without financial barriers.
The Nations Family established their scholarship to support undergraduates dedicated to DEIA, especially those advocating for the LGBTQIA+ community and transgender rights.
The Lirette Leadership Nursing Scholarship awards $1,000 to two students entering nursing school each fall. Inspired by her own growth at Texas State, Jennifer created this scholarship to support fellow Bobcats pursuing nursing.