TIFFANY L HOUSE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP: Bexar Concrete Works
Tiffany L. House spent 25 years in the precast prestressed concrete industry. Tiffany passed away in 2025, after a courageous battle with Pompe disease, a rare and progressive muscle disease. One of the first and most severe symptoms she experienced was a rapid decline in respiratory function, which ultimately required her to be on a ventilator 24 hours a day. Despite these challenges, Tiffany faced her illness with extraordinary strength, resilience, and grace, continuing to live a full and meaningful life.
The Tiffany L. House Memorial Scholarships celebrate her accomplishments, achieved despite the severe challenges of her disease, that stand as a testament to her resilience, intellect, and drive. Tiffany’s determination to succeed, no matter the obstacles, has left a legacy of inspiration.
Tiffany’s intellect, determination, and unwavering commitment to making a difference were hallmarks of her life. She graduated with both a bachelor’s and master’s degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and went on to graduate summa cum laude from St. Mary’s University Law School. Tiffany’s accomplishments were more remarkable given the physical challenges posed by her disease. Her legal career included practicing law at Bexar Concrete Works, a family-owned business, where she contributed her talents to support the company’s success.
Beyond her legal work, Tiffany made a lasting impact in the Pompe disease community. She was the President of the AMDA-Pompe Association in the United States and served as the Chair of the International Pompe Association (IPA), a worldwide patient support group. In these roles, she was an advocate for Pompe disease patients, helping raise awareness, providing support, and funding critical research. Tiffany was instrumental in the establishment and development of the PCMA Pull for Pompe. Now in its 15th year, it is sponsored by the Precast Concrete Manufacturers’ Association (PCMA). The proceeds from this fundraiser help fund global research grants to advance the understanding and treatment of Pompe disease.
AIMED AT Engineering Students at Texas A&M University (TAMU) or the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).
- The PCMf Scholarship Committee is now accepting applications for the 2025 Tiffany L. House Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship may be awarded to any junior or senior engineering student at Texas A&M University or University of Texas at San Antonio.
- The scholarship is for junior or senior undergraduate education only at Texas A&M University or University of Texas at San Antonio.
- The terms of the scholarship will be $5,000 for the award year. Winners may reapply. The selection criteria will be based on academic performance, financial need, and anticipated field of study. A strong emphasis will be placed on students who demonstrate they intend to pursue construction and building-related career.
- Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale during the first year of the scholarship term. A 2.5-grade point average will be required during the subsequent years of the scholarship term. Scholarship eligibility will be reviewed at the end of each semester.
- If there are any questions, please contact PCMf at 866.944.7262.
