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This award was established in 2010 to honor the memory of Casey Carter Bonar. Based on the legacy of extraordinary leadership she left behind, this award is presented annually to a Vanderbilt undergraduate student who embodies the unique qualities that Casey brought to the university – leadership, broad collaboration, enthusiasm, passion for campus involvement, selfless service to Vanderbilt, and, always, dedication to positive change. The student who most exemplifies the sparkling point of light that was Casey Carter Bonar will be selected as award recipient by the Dean of Students senior staff. The award carries a monetary stipend in addition to an engraved julep cup to commemorate selection. This a ward will be presented annually in the spring as part of the Magnolia Awards program.
If you have any questions or would like more information about this award, you may contact Claire.e.garst@vanderbilt.edu or dwayne.v.elliott@vanderbilt.edu.
Glenn & Elizabeth Bogtish 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 elizabeth.l.whaley@vanderbilt.edu
Mc Gill Awards
These awards are 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. A graduate of Vanderbilt in 1879, Dr. McGill spent his life in service to Vanderbilt. He served as professor emeritus of chemistry, Dean of the School of Pharmacy and finally a historian of the University. Descriptions of these awards are as follows:
John T. McGill Award
(1 McGill Resident/Project Member)
Established in 1960 by Lizzie Allen McGill, this award is presented in memory of her husband, John T. McGill. A $2000.00 check is presented each spring to the resident of McGill Hall who actively participates in the McGill Project and “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.
The John T. and Lizzie Allen Upper-class McGill Award (Two Upper-class Students, one of which is a participant in a Living Learning Community other than McGill Project)
Questions regarding all McGill Awards may be directed to Traci R. Ray at t.ray@vanderbilt.edu
Muliebrity Prize
The Muliebrity Prize honors an undergraduate or graduate student(s) who demonstrates leadership in activities that contribute to the achievements, interests, and goals of women or that promote gender equity. Nominations may be made by faculty, staff, advisors, friends and peers. The award will be given at the annual Magnolia Awards Dinner, where the honoree will be presented with a certificate and small cash award. To nominate someone for the Muliebrity Prize, please visit here and fill out the form. Any questions, please contact Kayce Matthews, Associate Director of the Women’s Center, at Kayce.Matthews@Vanderbilt.edu or (615) 322-4843.
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 cynthia.r.young@vanderbilt.edu
Rob Roy Purdy Award
Established in 1979 to honor the Senior Vice-Chancellor Emeritus, an engraved cup is presented annually to anupper-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
Robert Peter Pratt Memorial Award
The Robert Peter Pratt Memorial Award was established at Vanderbilt University in 1991 to honor Robert Peter Pratt (1954-1991), associate director of Undergraduate Admissions and long time leader in promoting diversity within the student population. A $500 check is presented to the Chancellor’s Scholar of junior or senior standing whose accomplishments best exemplify Robert Peter Pratt’s commitment to diversity and unity, leadership and cooperation, warmth and openness, and unselfish service to others. Questions regarding the award may be directed to lyn.fulton-john@Vanderbilt.Edu
Susan Jung Award
This award is given by the Asian American Student Association (AASA) and Masala SACE (South Asian Cultural Exchange) to honor an undergraduate junior or senior in the Asian American Community who has shown outstanding commitment and passion to Vanderbilt through cultural and/or political education. The award honors those who exemplify the vision of Susan Jung ’88, who founded AASA upon the principle of unity through diversity in the fall of 1986. The winner of this award receives a $500 check from the sponsoring organizations. Questions regarding the award may be directed to Wil.DeLosSantos@vanderbilt.edu
Thomas M. Weser Award
This award was established in 1989 in memory of Thomas M. Weser, a German exchange student who was killed while attending Vanderbilt. Each year, the Weser Award recognizes an international student who has demonstrated an unusually strong commitment to intellectual life, cross-cultural appreciation, and personal integrity. The recipient is presented with a small gift and a cash prize of $250. Questions regarding the award may be directed to marci.l.angevine@vanderbilt.edu
William Aaron Pathfinder Award (2 awarded)
This award acknowledges juniors or seniors whose uncommon community service efforts and leadership skills demonstrate vision, creativity, and innovation. Named in recognition of William Aaron (Class of ’89), whose own pathfinding lead to the creation of the Office of Volunteer Activities–now the Office of Active Citizenship and Service–this award also celebrates Vanderbilt University’s extraordinary history of service to the community. The recipients will each receive a $250 honorarium. Questions regarding the award may be directed to Shaiya.Baer@vanderbilt.edu