Benevolence Committee

Benevolence Committee is a special committee that meets once during the Spring Semester. It is made up of students who decide the recipients of the SGA Benevolence Awards. This committee reviews all applications blindly and follows strict criteria. The recipient of each of the seven awards receives a $250 scholarship. Any student, that is not applying for a scholarship, may serve on this committee.

The following are the Specific Benevolence Awards:

John F. Kennedy Award

Awarded to an Undergraduate Student who has embodied what John F. Kennedy stood for when he said, "Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country". The recipient of this award will have applied this belief to Framingham State's Campus and have demonstrated a dedication to the university. 

Paul T. Murphy University & Community Service Award

Awarded to an undergraduate student who has rendered the most service to our University and/or community in one particular activity.

A. Carolla Hagland Cultural Award

Awarded to an undergraduate who displays an interest in cultures across the globe. This may include but not limited to study abroad experience, courses taken at Framingham State University, and outside studies, as well as fostering that knowledge of other cultures through the Framingham State Community.

The Kathleen Ryan Roberts Advocacy Award

Awarded to an undergraduate student who has rendered service to or advocated for the FSU Community.

The Jaune Quick-To-See-Smith Academic Leadership Award

Open to any Junior or Senior with at least a QPA of 3.25 who through their academic leadership, passion, and dedication has made contributions to their academic discipline and fostered a sense of academia at Framingham State University. 

Mary Swift Lamson Initiative Award

Awarded to an undergraduate student who has taken initiative during their time at Framingham State University. This may include starting something new on campus, academic or extracurricular.

Mary Elizabeth Miles Diversity & Inclusion Award

Awarded to an undergraduate student who has demonstrated dedication to the work of diversity and inclusion for an under served or underrepresented community on campus or within the greater community.