Wes Smith Memorial Scholarship

As we mourn the loss of Wes Smith, we as a student-body at TCU are choosing to honor his memory and legacy by starting a scholarship on campus in his memory. TCU has created a Wes Smith Scholarship and 100% of the money raised here will go to that scholarship fund. This scholarship will live in perpetutiy so that it can benefit TCU students for generations to come. Wes took every opportunity to make an impact on those aroud him, and this scholarship will help keep his memory alive by offering financial support to those who come after him at a place he loved so dearly, TCU. We have also made "Win 4 Wes" bracelets that will be given out to honor Wes and support the scholarship fund.

Wes Smith was a Junior, Finance major from Germantown, TN. He was a member of the Neeley School of Business, Kappa Sigma Fraternity, TCU Football Team (2021), Young Life and Reformed University Fellowship where he led weekly Bible studies, and was a volunteer coach for the middle school football team at All Saints' Episcopal School. Wes participated in the Transaction and Investment Professionals (TIP) Board, a competitive mentorship program that prepares students for a career in finance.

Those closest to Wes describe him as an All-American guy, engaged student, a kind friend, an athlete, a community volunteer and an exceptional leader. His fraternity brothers describe Wes as a role model to all and a man with infectious energy whose presence would light up a room.

Wes' faith commitment instilled deep and abiding values within Wes, demonstrated daily in the heartfelt ways he cared for and encouraged good friends, acquaintances, and strangers alike. Wes's welcoming and inclusive personality was integral to his discipleship. In keeping with the gospel message, there was always a place at Wes's table for one more. Those who knew Wes find strength in the words from his favorite verse, Psalm 18:2: "The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God is my refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold." This verse held a special place in his heart and was a source of comfort to him.