Doyon Foundation alumna Tracy Snow understands the many benefits of the Foundation first-hand – and now she’s made it a point to give back to the Foundation and support today’s current students.

“It is important for me to support the Doyon Foundation because this is an effective and guaranteed way that I can support and encourage other individuals, who, like myself, want to add to their lives by expanding what they know and how they interact with the world around them,” said Snow, who is a donor and is leading the effort to establish the Doyon Foundation Alumni Association.

Snow received financial support from the Foundation throughout her undergraduate career, which included two years at the University of Alaska Anchorage and three years at the University of Oregon. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in public relations, Snow went on to obtain a master’s degree in leadership psychology from the University of Santa Monica. Snow is also a graduate of the Doyon Management Training Program.

In addition to the financial assistance, Snow is also grateful for the emotional support offered by the Foundation.

“As I was going to school, it was so wonderful to know there was the Foundation staff, board and supporters who supported me and my educational endeavors,” she said.

Today, Snow is the owner of her own business, called Inspire Consulting, which offers training, facilitation and coaching services.

“My education gave me the knowledge and the confidence to begin my own business, which allows me the time and finances to give back to our community,” Snow said. “I believe this would not be possible had I not received the education I did.”

The successful Doyon Foundation alumna has a few words of advice for current students.

“I hope your mission is not simply to receive a degree, but rather to understand and fill up your container of knowledge in order to more gracefully and effectively serve yourself and this world,” she said. “Oh yeah, and in the midst of all the classes, studying, tests, and grades – enjoy the ride!”

Snow, originally from Nenana, is the daughter of Marie and the late Ted Monroe, and the granddaughter of Jenny and the late Jack Irwin, and the late Bill and Emily Monroe. Snow currently lives in Fairbanks with her husband, Paul, and their children, Jack and Mattea.