UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
DEPARTMENTAL/ORGANIZATIONAL AWARDS

The following awards are also presented at the University Awards Ceremony. They are selected, however, by their specific departments separate from the general university awards process.

Athletic Department Awards

Emerald Athletic Award: Sponsored jointly by the UO Athletic Department and the Oregon Daily Emerald, it is presented annually to a UO senior athlete on the basis of achievement in athletics, service, and scholarship.

Doyle Higdon Memorial Trophy: The trophy honors former football and track star Doyle Higdon who was killed in an accident between his sophomore and junior years at the university. Sponsored by the sophomore and junior classes, it is awarded to a student athlete at the end of the sophomore year for achievement of excellence, scholarship, and citizenship.

Jackson Award: The Jackson Athletic Trophy is awarded annually each spring to the outstanding graduating senior female athlete. The recipient is selected by her peers from each of the university women’s intercollegiate sports based on outstanding athletic ability, scholastic achievement, leadership ability, and inspiration to other athletes. The recipient is awarded with a miniature scale version of the trophy.

Edmunson/Davis Scholarship: The Ella Travis Edmunson and Mercy Travis Davis Memorial Scholarship fund is administered by YWCA, and was established for the purpose of awarding scholarships to sophomore, junior, or senior undergraduate women who have demonstrated potential leadership, superior scholastic abilities, and who are in need of financial aid.

International Student Awards: These awards are presented to outstanding international students who have contributed in many different ways to the cultural awareness on campus and within the local community. These awards are supported by the International Friendship Family Foundation.

Jewel Hairston Bell: This award is presented to graduating students of color who are African American, Native American, Hispanic/Latino American, or Asian/Pacific Islander, whose academic achievements and community involvement have furthered the cause of diversity at the University of Oregon.

School of Music Awards: These awards are given to the outstanding undergraduate performer, outstanding undergraduate scholar in music, outstanding graduate performer, and outstanding graduate scholar in the School of Music.

UO Mothers’ Club Scholarships: (Awards subject to annual availability of funds.) The University of Oregon Mothers’ Club periodically awards scholarships to students of all academic levels. The selection is based on scholarship, leadership, and service to the university.

Golda Parker Wickham Scholarship: This scholarship was first given in 1950 in honor of Golda P. Wickham, dean of women. Dean Wickham was an outstanding friend and confidante to many students, faculty, and members of the community. The scholarship is awarded to a student who is outstanding academically and who has shown significant involvement in university activities. (Funds may not be available.)

Theresa Kelly Janes Award: This award is in honor of Theresa Kelly Janes. She was a past president and very active member of the University of Oregon Mothers’ Club. This scholarship is awarded to a University of Oregon student on the basis of grades, need, and community and university service. (Funds may not be available.)

Robert and Opal Clark Scholarship: In honor of President Emeritus Robert D. Clark’s wife, Opal, in recognition of her lifetime commitment to the University of Oregon, the award is presented to a student for outstanding scholarship and leadership. (Funds may not be available.)

George W. Cherry Speech Award: The Department of Speech holds a speech contest every year. The winner must write, as well as present, his or her own speech. (Funds may not be available.)