History is a branch of knowledge concerned with the study of past events. Historians study records of events and prepare new accounts based on their research. These accounts include explanation of the causes and effects of events as well as interpretations of them. The study of history makes the past meaningful. It also preserves structures, values and continuity for present society.

The charge of the Historian of DE-DC-MD Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators is to continually update the archives of the Association. The Historical Society Committee 2005-06 members are:

• Jacqui Daughtry-Miler, Chair, Independence Federal Savings Bank
• Herm Davis, Lifetime member & former President
• Ken Howard, D.C. State Office of Education
• Gary Spoales, Bank of America & former President
• Cheryl Watson, Howard University

The Historical Committee Contributors are:

• Roscoe Dann, Lifetime member & former President
• Lawrence DiGregorio, Delaware Tech & former President (deceased)
• Jim Leamer, Ellicott City, Maryland
• Robin Minor, U.S. Department of Education & former President

Historical Facts:

• Our Association was started in 1969 as District of Columbia- Maryland Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.
• Delaware joined in 1971-72; hence the association name, the Delaware-District of Columbia-Maryland Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.
• The first association conference had a membership of 40 persons; the fee was $8.00.
• The first conference was held at Prince George's Community College.
• Our Association is still going strong, still holding fast to our goal of serving students.

Look for the story of our unique organization to be delivered at our Fall meeting in Cambridge, Maryland.

Committee Updates: Finance

Tribute to Larry DiGregorio