Caroline McCollum Simrall Hood Memorial Scholarship Endowment

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$22

22 Years Old

In the short 22 years Caroline was with us, she loved deeply and struggled through many trials. She found strength by leaning on her faith. “He heals the broken-hearted and binds up their wounds.” Psalms 147:3

$45

Strong in Her Faith

Caroline read her Bible often, and had highlighted this verse: “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything.” Philippians 4:5-6. Caroline’s faith was strong and helped her continue to be a positive light for her friends and family.

$104

IMC 104

Introduction to Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC 104) is the course her family believes set Caroline on the path to the future she was so excited to begin. She enjoyed learning and worked hard to excel in her studies at the UM School of Journalism and New Media.

$444

A Special Number

This number was special to Caroline. She would see this number often on her phone, computer, bank signs, street addresses, etc. She was never quite sure why, but it was significant to her. We see the numbers now, too, and consider it a “God wink."

$818

Romans 8:18

Caroline posted on Twitter on Jan. 11, 2014: “The pain you are feeling cannot compare to the joy that is coming. - Romans 8:18." She died on this same day eight years later in a tragic car accident. The numbers 8 and 18 are also special because it is the birthday (August 18) of Caroline's younger sister Kate.

$1,999

Caroline's Birth Year

Caroline was born on Aug. 25, 1999. Her family is so grateful that God lent them His child for 22 beautiful years.

$5,000

Thousands of Lives

Caroline’s tragic death at such a young age has impacted thousands of people. Her family has been comforted and contacted by people near and far. Their hope is that by sharing Caroline’s story, other young people will be inspired to achieve their goals and overcome great obstacles in their lives.

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