Dr. Emanique Matthews-Joe '90 Scholarship Fund

About Emanique

Dr. Emanique (Matthews) Joe, a graduate of Holy Trinity in 1990, passed away on July 18th, 2010 in Ann Arbor Michigan after an extended illness. Emanique is survived by her husband, Dr. Sean Joe, and her children, Edrick and Jordan.

Born in 1972 in Chicago, Emanique found a home away from home in Holy Trinity. She went on to receive her undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1995, her master’s degree in social work in 1997, and her doctoral degree in education in 2007 from Temple University.

Her life was dedicated to working with parents to improve children from low-income families' early educational experiences and school readiness. Dr. Joe is best known and remembered for her treasured friendships, an honestly welcoming spirit, and a fierce commitment to family and all she loved dear.

Scholarship Fund

Through Holy Trinity's Centennial Capital Campaign, a scholarship has been created by Emanique's classmates in her name at Holy Trinity.This scholarship provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the life and legacy of Emanique.

The intent of this award is to enable students to attend Holy Trinity H.S. who otherwise would be unable to meet the tuition obligation. The Dr. Emanique Matthews-Joe Memorial Scholarship Fund will offer tuition assistance to one male and one female student for next year’s incoming class – the Class of 2015. The successful applicant must display strong character, strong academic ability, and participate in extra-curricular activities.

The Dr. Matthews-Joe Scholarship award will range from $2,000 to $5,000 yearly. The award is renewable for up to four years provided a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is maintained and financial need does not change substantially.

Click here to make a contribution to the Scholarship Fund. For additional information about the scholarship or to make a donation by mail, contact John Malloy in Holy Trinity's Development Office at jmalloy@holytrinity-hs.org or at 773.278.4212, ext. 3040.

Mentoring Program

Members of the Class of 1990 will be invited to join in mentoring the scholarship recipients, helping to impart the values of their scholarship’s namesake and providing opportunities to support their personal, academic, and professional development.

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"Emanique was the leveler – she leveled out all of our classmates’ different personalities. Her laid-back, funny personality and her beautiful spirit kept everyone balanced.”

“Emanique would love for all of Holy Trinity's students to go to college, to not be intimidated about going to a big school away from home, to not be afraid of pursuing a professional degree. We are two girls from the West Side of Chicago and we have been able to do so much. Emanique would want them to know that the sky is the limit.”

Latrice Fitzpatrick-McGee ’90

"Emma’s path is a testament to setting goals, sacrifice, raising a family, and exploring life beyond the confines of self imposed 'Do Not Cross' barriers. The Dr. Emanique Matthews-Joe Scholarship Fund will bring the same opportunities to a current HT student."

Alfredo Avila '90

"Emanique's friendship has always inspired me to be a better person. People loved Emma for who she was in her day-to day life, which included school, her family, and her friends. her actions were always louder than her words. She was compassionate and passionate. I hope to honor her by contributing to the Dr. Emanique Matthews-Joe Scholarship because it embodies what she always believed in - education."

Teresa (Kochan) Castro '90

“Emma was uniquely inspiring; she had a special way of making ‘mole hills out of mountains.’ She was the friend and counselor who encouraged and inspired one to strive beyond one’s perceived limits in order to tap in to resting potential. Her legacy is worthy of being remembered and honored through the Dr. Emanique Scholarship. My hope is that the scholarship inspires young students to achieve more through strong work ethic, unrelenting focus, and positive attitude.”

Pedro Castro '90

“Emanique was a friend that you could talk to about anything. She always gave it to you straight. Her life story is a great example for young women in today’s world. Education was very important to Emma. She understood the impact a good education could have in determining what direction your life goes, which is why she devoted her career to improving education. The Dr. Emanique Scholarship Fund is a great way to pass on her message.”

Andre Williams ‘90

"Emanique's life exemplifies excellence, dedication and commitment. It is an honor to have known such a wonderful person and to be part of an effort to promote her beliefs about education and life. The Dr. Emanique Matthew-Joe Scholarship will help deserving students at Holy Trinity receive a great education."

Chastety Rosario-Brown ‘90

"Emanique was one of the best friends anyone could ever have; from the very first day of Freshman year when I met her to the day that she left here, she remained the sweet, caring, fun girl that kept me laughing and striving for more in life. Emanique never allowed me to simply "settle" for mediocre...she always pushed me to try harder and to want more out of life. My favorite memory of Emma is when she would send me notes in study hall and in passing when we were changing classes. The notes would always have "Telegram" written on the front and would start off by calling me "Sharon the Red Baron". At the end of each note Emma would always sign it from "Chester Cheetah...It Ain't Easy Being Cheesy." I miss her everyday and am very glad a scholarship is being set up in her name. I love you forever and ever Emanique. God Bless you."

Sharon Garmon '90

Click here to see Emanique article from the most recent issue of the Trinitarian newsletter.

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