Excellence in Archaeology

This prize is awarded annually to one undergraduate student who excels in the study of Mediterranean Archaeology. The recipient, chosen by a vote of the faculty, is awarded a suitably inscribed book that pertains especially to that student’s archaeological interests.  

Chapman Scholars in Religion 

Each year the department gives two awards to majors for their accomplishments in the study of religion and their contributions to the program in Religious Studies. These awards have been made possible by a generous gift to the department from Dr. Charles L. and Paula Chapman. No applications are required; the awards are given based on faculty nominations. 

Classical Association of the Middle West and South (CAMWS) Outstanding Achievement Award 

The Classical Association of the Middle West and South invites each institutional member to select one student to receive the CAMWS Outstanding Achievement Award. Each year MU maintains institutional membership, the faculty choose one student, typically a graduating senior who plans to continue study of Classics, to receive this award: a one-year membership in CAMWS, with all of the attendant benefits. https://camws.org/node/500/ 

Excellence in Classical Studies Award 

This prize is awarded annually to at least one undergraduate student who has excelled in Classics related coursework. Each recipient, chosen by a vote of the faculty, is awarded a suitably inscribed book that pertains especially to that student’s interests in Classical Studies.  

Excellence in Religious Studies Award 

This prize is awarded annually to at least one undergraduate student who has excelled in Religious Studies related coursework. Each recipient, chosen by a vote of the faculty, is awarded a suitably inscribed book that pertains especially to that student’s interests in Religious Studies.  

Bob Flanagan Scholarship 

Bob Flanagan has taught at Mizzou for 35 years and enriched the lives of countless students through his kindness, wisdom and compassionate guidance. Each year the department gives one award of $250.00 to a major who embodies Bob’s spirit of intellectual inquiry and love of learning. 

Eligibility and Application 

The Bob Flanagan Scholarship is announced in the Spring semester and awarded in the Fall semester to an undergraduate major or minor in Religious Studies. 

This year's application period is April 20, 2020 - May 11, 2020  

Applications materials: 

  • Cover letter in which you introduce yourself and present any factors - personal or academic - that you think we should take into account when considering your application. 

  • Name and contact information for one professional reference, which must be an MU faculty or staff member 

Applications should be submitted electronically in one PDF document to the Director of Undergraduate Studies, Rabia Gregory at gregoryra@missouri.edu. 

In the subject line of the email indicate that you are an applicant for the Bob Flanagan Scholarship. 

Wakefield Foster Prize for Latin  

This prize is awarded annually to one undergraduate student who excels in Latin language studies. The recipient, chosen by a vote of the faculty, is awarded a suitably inscribed book that pertains especially to that student’s interests in Latin language and literature. Wake Foster earned his PhD from the University of Missouri and was just beginning a promising teaching career when he suddenly passed away. He was a brilliant Latinist who specialized in metrics and the oral performance of Latin. 

Ferd LaBrunerie Prize in Ancient Greek 

This prize is awarded annually to one undergraduate student who excels in ancient Greek language studies. The recipient, chosen by a vote of the faculty, is awarded a cash prize, funded by Mr. Fernand LaBrunerie. Mr. LaBrunerie, now a financial advisor, studied Classics in college and his love for Classics – especially Greek literature – continues, as evident in his daily reading of ancient Greek as well as his generous and long-standing support of this prize. 

Religious Studies Community Service Scholarship 

The department awards one or two scholarships of $250.00 each year to students who have demonstrated a commitment to public service. Religious Studies Majors and Minors are eligible. A gift from Elizabeth MacKenzie in honor of her father allowed the department to establish this award.   

Eligibility and Application: The Religious Studies Community Service Scholarship is announced in the Spring semester and awarded in the Fall semester to an undergraduate major or minor in Religious Studies. This year's application period is April 20, 2020 - May 11, 2021  

Applications materials: 

  • Cover letter in which you introduce yourself and describe your community service activities.  

  • Name and contact information for one professional reference, which must be an MU faculty or staff member 

Applications should be submitted electronically in one PDF document to the Director of Undergraduate Studies, Rabia Gregory at gregoryra@missouri.edu

In the subject line of the email indicate that you are an applicant for the the RS Community Service Scholarship. 

Ted and Marjorie Tarkow New Major Award 

This prize is awarded annually to at least one undergraduate student who has recently declared a major in a classical field and has excelled in Classics-related coursework. Each recipient, chosen by a vote of the faculty, is awarded a cash prize, generously funded by Professor and Mrs. Tarkow. Prof. Tarkow, a member of the Classics faculty since 1970, has been recognized locally and nationally for his teaching excellence. He continued to teach classes each year while he served the College of Arts and Science as Associate Dean from 1982-2018, and also after retiring from the A&S Deans’ Office. 

University Awards 

Mentorship 
The Undergraduate Research Mentorship encourages undergraduate students to work actively with faculty mentors. A&S students with 50-75 hours of course work and at least a 3.25 GPA are eligible to apply.  

McNair Program
One of the most exciting aspects of the McNair Program is the opportunity for undergraduate students at the junior and senior levels to participate in research experiences. 

Interns receive a stipend to conduct research and engage in other scholarly activities with faculty mentors from the areas in which they hope to pursue graduate study. McNair Scholars also attend professional conferences with their mentors, go to graduate school fairs, prepare for graduate school entrance exams, receive guidance through the graduate school application process and obtain information on securing fellowships, graduate assistantships, and loans. Participants learn about graduate school life, advanced library skills, and effective ways to present their work. 

At the completion of the research internships at MU, McNair scholars make formal presentations of their research to faculty and peers at the McNair Scholars Conference and submit papers summarizing their work. 

Students who are in their freshman and sophomore years are considered recruits and participate in a pre-intern program. They learn about the opportunities associated with having a doctoral education, what research and scholarly activity entail, and what they should do as underclassmen to prepare to become McNair Scholars. 

Undergraduate Scholarships and Mentorships 

For help with the following scholarships, see the MU Fellowships Office. 

Truman Scholarships provide generous funding, beginning in the junior year, for students who plan to pursue a career in government. At least one is selected from the state of Missouri each year, and 105 are selected nationwide. Because selection is made during the fall semester of the sophomore year, students should begin preparing as freshmen. Applications are usually due November 1. 

Rhodes Scholarships provide funding for two years of study at Oxford University in England. Selection is usually made during the fall semester of the senior year. Applications are usually due November 1. 

Fulbright Scholarships provide funding for research and study in other countries. Selection is usually made during the senior year or thereafter. Applications are due in June or September, depending on the country, for study a year later. 

Rotary Scholarships, provided by Rotary Clubs, allow a year's study in a country that has Rotary Clubs. Applications are usually due to local Rotary clubs by June for study a year later. 

Foreign Language Scholarships, open to majors who want to develop a high level of ability in a language, is a two-year award by the Air Force ROTC.