Rebecca Larson

Rebecca Larson

Rebecca Larson was very close to her aunt, Dr. Jane Ann Roberts (pictured), and her aunt’s life partner Dr. Mardy Buck (a faculty member in the Department of Physical Education). Rebecca is especially grateful for the end-of-life care for both women provided by Elder Care Services, a company owned by social work graduate Sharon Chader. When Dr. Roberts passed away on June 2, 2003, Rebecca created this scholarship in her memory.

Dr. Roberts was a member of the University faculty in the Department of Physical Education from 1956 until her retirement in 1992. She received her B.S. degree from Mankato State Teacher’s College in 1946, her M.S. degree from the University of Minnesota in 1950, and her PhD. degree from the University of Iowa in 1966. She was a regular supporter of international students and performing arts at the University.