Kathryn Vanosdoll Collier

Kathryn Vanosdoll Collier graduated cum laude from Western Kentucky University in 1980. She received her bachelors degree in interior design.
Kathy was born in Jefferson City, Mo in 1950. She moved to Bowling Green in 1975 where she soon began attending WKU. She was a beloved wife, mother, Mimi, and friend. She was married to Mark Collier for 36 years, she had four children and 8 grandchildren. Three of which have graduated WKU and one is currently attending.

She started her career as an interior designer at Porter Paint. She would go on to start her own business KC Designs which included interior design and drafting. She was a member of the Home Builders Association and served as President of Home Builders Auxiliary. Kathy was also Chairman of the Home Expo for many years. She was involved with the Parade of Homes where their home was featured one year.

Throughout her life she was involved in many organizations; Jr. Women’s Club, Kelly Austim Center, Parents Anonymous, the Literacy Program, and the American Cancer Society. Some of her interests included traveling, especially cruising , entertaining, and cooking.

Her life’s work was invested in the community with skills she acquired from WKU. Because of this her family is pleased to endow this scholarship to help the next generation of WKU students.