Awards and Honors |
This page contains information about various awards and honors available in the department. It also lists students who have received these awards since 1997. |
Faculty Award |
| This award is given to the outstanding senior major. Overall GPA is an important
consideration, but grades in department's courses, ability to deal with complex issues,
and service to the department also are considered. Cash prize of $50.00. No application is necessary. |
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Emily Fitton Prize Paper Award |
| Established by alumnus Emily Fitton, this award is offered to the student who
completes the outstanding research paper in a sociology/anthropology course. It includes a cash prize of $25.00. The faculty judge this award without knowing the identity of the student. DEADLINE: 1st Monday in April. |
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Janet King Sociology/Anthropology Award |
| Established by alumnus Janet King, this award is given to a person whose previous work
significantly links research or other academic work to public service. No application or
nomination is necessary. The King award includes a cash prize of $25.00. |
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Hough Award |
| Corinthia and Orsamus D. Hough endowed this award to be granted to a
student who shall use it to secure "practical acquaintance with the
underprivileged class". This
award is competitive, and is normally given to pay expenses for work completed during the
following summer. To apply, the student should write a brief proposal stating what s/he intends to accomplish; when, where, how, and other details; and how much funding is needed. The amount of the award varies according to the nature of the project. DEADLINE: 1st Monday in April. |
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Department Honors |
| Students applying for this Honors should fill out an application from the office of Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. Applicant must pass a comprehensive exam, including written and oral components, and complete a research project to be reviewed by an Examining Committee. |
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University Honors |
| Students applying for this Honors should fill out an application from the office of Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. Applicant must pass a comprehensive written exam. The exam is administered by the Chair of the Department. |
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The Dr. Charlotte Wolf Academic Achievement Award |
| The husband and family of Dr. Charlotte Wolf, chairperson of our department between 1974-1983, endowed this award in 2002 to honor the memory of Professor Wolf. The award is presented to the senior who, in the opinion of the faculty, has the greatest potential for a career in academic sociology. |
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