Undergraduate Awards
Awarded to a student who demonstrates academic success and leadership in the campus community and is the child of a Stony Brook alum.
Established by Babak Movahedi ’82, this award is presented to a graduating senior who has made a significant change in the university environment by bringing together various constituencies through the development of community life.
Established by the Founders Alumni Group, the first five graduating classes of Stony
Brook (1961 -to 1966), the First Alumni Scholarship is awarded to a full-time sophomore
or junior who displays the pioneering spirit personified by many of the Founders Alumni
Group alumni. Preference will be given to promising students who are the first members
of their immediate families to pursue a college education.
Established by Gloria Snyder ’72 and Mark Snyder ’69, this award is presented to an
individual who has demonstrated academic and leadership skills and is studying for
a career in business or finance.
Established by Larry Roher ’79, this award is presented to an undergraduate who has
served in a managerial and leadership role either on or off campus or has pursued
entrepreneurial and innovative programs or activities.
Awarded to a student preparing to enter the practice of law who has demonstrated a
commitment to public service.
Awarded to a high-achieving student who has demonstrated excellence in academic performance
and community service and has made valuable contributions to the university community.
Graduate Awards
Awarded to a matriculating graduate student who is a Stony Brook alum, has at least
a 3.25 cumulative grade point average and has contributed significantly as a graduate
student in the area(s) of research, volunteerism and leadership.