Alumni Awards
The Alumni Association sponsors several awards to recognize D’Youville students and graduates for their contributions.
Sister Mary Charlotte Barton Kinship Scholarship
The Sister Mary Charlotte Barton Alumni Kinship Scholarships are presented in the spring of each year for the following academic year. Scholarship recipients are selected by a committee composed of members of the Alumni Board of Directors. Award recipients are selected based on the applicant’s high school or college achievment, volunteer service and financial need. Applications for the 2011-2012 acdemic year will be available after January 1, 2011. Applications must be resubmitted each year to be eligible for consideration.
Lee Conroy Higgins Award
The Lee Conroy Higgins Award is named for the late Elizabeth Conroy Higgins, '30, who served as director of alumni relations until 1972. This award, presented at Honors Convocation, is the highest student recognition given by the alumni. It is presented to a senior or fourth-year student who has demonstrated outstanding concern for fellow students and involvement in campus activities. Final selection is made by a committee composed of students, faculty, administrators, and alumni.
Anne Lum Award
The Anne Lum Award is named for Anne Ryan Lum, '24, whose volunteer service resulted in the establishment of the Loyalty Fund. The award is presented to a graduate who has achieved distinction through professional achievement, involvement in community affairs, service to D’Youville College, or any combination of these factors. Download the award nomination form. Mail completed forms to the Alumni Relations Office.
Delta Sigma Award/Marguerite d'Youville Honor Society
The Delta Sigma Award and membership in the Marguerite d'Youville Honor Society is bestowed upon alumni who exemplify the qualities apparent in the life of Saint Marguerite d'Youville. The annual honorees are graduates who have improved the quality of life of others through service in family, church, D’Youville College, civic activities, and national or international endeavors. This award is presented by the Alumni Association and the college's Board of Trustees.
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