Scholarships and Awards
Social Work
The Social Worker Opportunity Track (SWOT) grant offers eligible students the opportunity to
attend Rockford University tuition free for two years. Students who commit to working in
Winnebago County for three years following graduation will receive full tuition coverage as well
as $2,000 to use for wrap-around services like childcare, books, food, and housing.
attend Rockford University tuition free for two years. Students who commit to working in
Winnebago County for three years following graduation will receive full tuition coverage as well
as $2,000 to use for wrap-around services like childcare, books, food, and housing.
Political Science
Political Awareness Award
The Political Awareness Award was established in 2004 by Helena Milman, Class of 1997.
Selected by the chair of the Department of Political Science, the award goes to a
student who has completed both junior and senior years at Rockford University and who has
demonstrated extraordinary interest in the theory and the practice of politics.
Selected by the chair of the Department of Political Science, the award goes to a
student who has completed both junior and senior years at Rockford University and who has
demonstrated extraordinary interest in the theory and the practice of politics.
Sociology
The Shirl Shanhouse Morris Prize in Sociology
The Shirl Shanhouse Morris Prize in Sociology was established in 1991 to honor this 1941 Rockford
College alumna. The prize is awarded to an outstanding student majoring or minoring in
sociology.
Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice Excellence Award
The Criminal Justice Excellence Award recognizes exceptional academic performance in the field of Criminal Justice and a demonstrated commitment to the principles of justice, fairness, and public service.
Political Science, Sociology and Criminal Justice
5050 E. State St.
Rockford, IL 61108
815-226-4077Ron Lee, Ph.D.
rlee@rockford.edu
