Penny Bender Fuchs, a veteran journalist, taught the college's toughest course, ran the journalism internship program for many years, and mentored hundreds of students as they made the transition from the classroom to the real world. Until her passing in 2012, she cared for all her students, especially those with financial hardships or with families in crisis. The Penny Bender Fuchs Fund supports scholarships for students who are experiencing financial stress and provides funds to students who might not otherwise be able to participate in an internship due to financial limitations.