The deadline to return applications is Friday, February 15 by 5 p.m.
Please click on the name of the individual awards for the application. Winners will be notified by March 12. If you have questions about this website please contact n.jamerson@vanderbilt.edu.
All Awards:
Accolade: The Chancellor's Diversity Award
Accolade recognizes a rising senior whose academic achievement and participation in extracurricular activities contribute to the diversification of the Vanderbilt student body. Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student and be scheduled to graduate May of 2009. A $5,000 scholarship, to be used during the recipient's senior year, is awarded annually.
Questions regarding the award may be directed to:lyn.fulton-john@Vanderbilt.Edu
***
Ada Bell Stapleton-Blanche Henry Weaver Scholarship
The Ada Bell Stapleton-Blanche Henry Weaver Scholarship honors Miss Stapleton, the first dean of women, and Mrs. Weaver, who served as dean of women, assistant professor of history, director of the Master of Arts in Teaching Program, and assistant dean of the Graduate School. Funded by the Vanderbilt Woman's Club, this $5,000 award is given to a rising junior or senior who is "an outstanding citizen on campus."
Questions regarding the award may be directed to: angela.m.cottrell@vanderbilt.edu
***
Glenn And Elizabeth Bogitsh Award
Established in 1989 in memory of Glenn Carlisle (B.S. '77) and
Elizabeth Norris Bogitsh (B.S. '82), this award recognizes high
standards in physical fitness, participation in recreational
sports, and sportsmanship. It is awarded each year to a Vanderbilt undergraduate or graduate student who demonstrates a strong commitment to campus
recreational programs and by example and leadership has inspired
participation and sportsmanlike conduct in these activities.
A trophy is presented to the recipient and his/her name is engraved
on a plaque in the Student Recreation Center.
Questions regarding the award may be directed to: sarah.k.sjoberg@vanderbilt.edu
***
Imani Award: James Lawson Award for
Leadership
This award is presented to a graduating senior who has continuously
been an integral part of campus life and has demonstrated an
outstanding capacity for leadership and devotion to Vanderbilt.
Questions regarding the award may be directed to: frank.dobson@Vanderbilt.Edu
***
Joel Carl Lichter Memorial Award
The Joel Carl Lichter Memorial Award was established by Vanderbilt Professor Barry D. Lichter and his wife, Elizabeth, to honor the life of their son who graduated magna cum laude in 1981. The award is presented annually to a graduating senior who contributes by example to the promotion of outdoor education at Vanderbilt. Each recipient receives a cash prize and a copy of Professor Lichter's book, His Father's Teacher.
Questions regarding the award may be directed to: linda.s.rosenkranz@vanderbilt.edu
***
McGill Awards
Awards presented through the generosity of the McGill family
in honor of Dr. John T. and Lizzie Allen McGill, who provided
students with an atmosphere of hospitality and guidance through
their years at Vanderbilt. Descriptions of the awards are as
follows:
-
John T. McGill Award
Established in 1960 by Lizzie Allen McGill, this award is
presented in memory of her husband, John T. McGill, who spent
his life in service to Vanderbilt. John T. McGill graduated
from Vanderbilt in 1879 and continued to serve Vanderbilt
as professor emeritus of chemistry, Dean of the School of
Pharmacy and finally a historian of the University.
A $1000.00 check is presented each spring to the resident of
McGill Hall "who has established qualities of leadership,
as well as being a good student of gentle bearing." The
recipient of the award is academically accomplished, exhibits
respect for others, and has proven leadership ability.
Questions regarding the award may be directed to:
angela.s.wilkes@vanderbilt.edu
-
The John T. & Lizzie Allen
McGill Freshman Awards
(2 awarded)
Established in 1994, this award is given "for the academically
accomplished freshman student of gentle bearing who has shown
kindness and respect for all others and who has established
qualities of leadership." The award is based on academic
accomplishment, strong character and demonstrated leadership
ability.
The
freshmen recipients receive a
$1000.00 check.
Questions regarding the award may be directed to:
angela.s.wilkes@vanderbilt.edu
- The John T. and Lizzie Allen
McGill Award
Established in 1994, the award is given to an upper-class
student "who is academically accomplished, has demonstrated
qualities of leadership, and whose efforts have led to an
increased understanding of other student's needs and a more
civil campus atmosphere." The award is based on academic
accomplishment, strong character and demonstrated leadership
ability.
The upper-class student recipient receives a $1000.00 check
Questions regarding the award may be directed to: angela.s.wilkes@vanderbilt.edu
***
Muliebrity Prize
This award was established in 1996 in honor of the student newspaper, Muliebrity, which was published in 1992-93. The Muliebrity Prize, a $250 check and certificate, honors an undergraduate student who demonstrates leadership in activities that contribute to the achievements, interests and goals of women and girls, or that promote equity. Self-nominations are encouraged, as well as nominations by faculty, staff, advisors, friends and peers. The nomination process includes completion of a nominator form, nominee form, nominee résumé and letter of recommendation. To access the nomination packet in a word document, please click the appropriate link above. To access the forms for online completion, please follow the links:
NOMINATOR FORM
NOMINEE FORM
Email questions to: stacy.nunnally@vanderbilt.edu
***
Nora C. Chaffin Scholarship
This award was established in 1956 by the Women's Student Government
Association in appreciation of the former Dean of Women's twenty
years of service to Vanderbilt women students. A $2,000 award
is given to a junior who "has displayed service to the University
in the areas of student government, religious, literary, and
scholastic activities and in the arts."
Questions regarding the award may be directed to: courtney.n.salters@vanderbilt.edu
***
Ripple In The Pond Award
In April 2001, the actions of two friends saved the life of
Meredith Strong ('03) who had contracted a severe case of Bacterial
Meningitis. This award honors those women who enhanced the character
of their community by reaching out to help another in need.
This $500 award is available to any Vanderbilt undergraduate
student or group of students whose act or acts create connections,
or "ripples" which acknowledge our humanity, and thereby
advance our community, one-to-one, group-to-group.
Questions regarding the award may be directed to: tanner.marcantel@vanderbilt.edu
***
