Magnolia Awards

Spring 2009 Deadline information coming soon...

Please, click on the name of the award to view the application. If you have questions about this website please contact kendra.l.warden@vanderbilt.edu.

Sophomore Eligible Awards:

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

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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

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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. 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

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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

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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

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Rob Roy Purdy Award
Established in 1979 to honor the Senior Vice-Chancellor Emeritus, an engraved cup is presented annually to an upper-class student selected by the Dean of Students staff for demonstrating through leadership the qualities of humaneness, dedication, loyalty, and unselfish service to Vanderbilt University exemplified by Rob Roy Purdy. Application must be completed by a nominator within the Office of the Dean of Students.

Questions regarding the award may be directed to: sandy.stahl@vanderbilt.edu