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Ethnic and Gender Studies Awards

Awards

Ethnic and Gender Studies Awards

THE RUTH SCHILLINGER AWARD

The Ethnic and Gender Studies Program annually selects one person to receive the Ruth Schillinger Award, named after a long-time Dean of Women and ESU's first Affirmative Action officer. The award recognizes an individual at ESU who has made extraordinary contributions to the women of Emporia State over a sustained period of time.

THE MARY HEADRICK AWARD

Dr. Mary Headrick was a counselor in the Emporia State University Counseling Center for 27 years. During this time, she was known for her tireless efforts at Emporia State and in the Emporia community toward helping women reach their full potential. The Dr. Mary F. Headrick Award is presented to an individual who goes the extra mile, making a long-term commitment to promoting the growth of women at ESU and in our community.

THE SUSAN B. ANTHONY SCHOLARSHIP

The Susan B. Anthony Scholarship is awarded in the spring semester to the Emporia State student (of any gender identity) who best satisfies the following requirements: has contributed significantly to the growth and education of women at ESU; who has demonstrated excellence in scholarship (based on grade point average and academic honors); and who shows financial need. Click here to see winners of the award.