The Lawrence J. McGarry Award
This award is presented to a graduating student who best combines "Academic Excellence with a Commitment to Social Justice." Dr. McGarry was a member of the Sociology Department from 1963 until 2004. A deeply spiritual man, Dr. McGarry was a quiet yet relentless advocate for social justice. Generosity and a deep-seated concern for others were two of the outstanding qualities that made him a special human being. Each year he made significant contributions to a number of a non-profit organizations serving the poor. He always maintained a cordial and helpful relationship with his students, never failing to greet each of them and with a smile. He was an esteemed colleague and an excellent teacher who was respected by four generations of students. His colleagues honored him for his commitment to his students and the less fortunate by estabishing this award.
Past Winners Include:
2013 Melissa Madden, Amanda Mathew, & Molly Sapia
2012 Weddy K. Worjroh
2011 Mary Anna McCabe
2010 Diondra T. Burney
Caitrin L. Coccoma
2009 Jaclyn McNamee
2008 Lauren E. Thum
2007 Kristyna N. Carroll
The John E. Hughes Medallion of Excellence Award
John E. Hughes was the Founder of the Department of Sociology at Villanova University. This award is presented to a graduating Sociology major who exhibits excellence in academics.
Past Winners Include:
2013 Kristen DiGloria
2012 Kristen E. Valosky
2011 Alissa C. Ricci
2010 Caitrin L. Coccoma
2009 Jacquelin Giacobbe
2008 Maggie T. Grace
2007 Brianne M. Orner
Edwin Sutherland Medallion of Excellence for Criminal Justice
The Edwin Sutherland Award is named after a leading figure in criminal justice theory and research. The award is given to a graduating major in Criminal Justice who exhibits excellence in academics.
2013 Nicole Frisch
2012 Christopher M. Putvinski
2011 Chelsea K. Moylan
2010 Richard R. Baccare
2009 Kelly Kreider
2008 Ashley R. Newman
2007 Katie D. Baranek
