SIOUX CITY, Iowa – Morningside University awarded Terri Curry with the inaugural Lillian Dimmitt Excellence in Women’s Leadership Award in conjunction with The Connie Wimer Women’s Leadership group. 

Curry pledged nearly four decades to Morningside, most notably as the vice president for student life and enrollment. She retired this past May after 39 years of service at Morningside. That role was supposed to last one year, garnered by an idea by Morningside President
Emeritus John Reynders. Curry held the seat for over 20 years who is well connected within the Morningside community.

Curry worked tirelessly to make sure the students and campus improved every day, no matter how small or big the task. Across virtually every part when it comes to Morningside, Curry’s clear vision and leadership shone through. She frequently met or exceeded enrollment and retention goals, oversaw special events, and welcomed delegations to make sure Morningside was a place everyone could thrive. 

In addition to responsibilities as a vice president, Curry was an original member of the executive board for the Connie Wimer Women’s Leadership Group, which was founded in 2017 to help women accelerate their growth in the professional field. Her leadership was also felt in the Sioux City community where she was involved with various nonprofit boards like the Crittenton Center and stays highly engaged in church activities and other local work.

A native of Scranton, Iowa, Curry holds a bachelor’s degree from Briar Cliff Universityand a Master’s degree from the University of South Dakota. She and her husband Kevin live in Elk Point, SD, have three married adult children, and three grandchildren.

The Lillian Dimmitt Excellence in Women’s Leadership Award celebrates remarkable women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, mentorship, contributions to the Morningside community, and have made a significant influence and impact in their respective fields. Nominations for the 2024-25 year will be opened in late fall.