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Marianist Student Award

Maureen E. O'Rourke Marianist Student Award

The Marianist Student Award is named after its first recipient, Maureen Elizabeth O'Rourke. This annual award initiated by the Rector's Council is designed to acknowledge the contribution of a graduating senior who exemplifies the Marianist charism on campus.

Vowed Marianists on campus, Marianist Educational Associates, Marianist Lay Formation participants, Marianist Leadership Scholars, Marianist Student Communities, Campus Ministry and Student Development staff, and the Executive Committee of the Student Government Association are asked to submit nominations.

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Congratulations to Kathleen Crump, the 2025 recipient of the Maureen E. O’Rourke Marianist Student Award. 

With a deep faith that transcends the Church walls, Kathleen Crump embodies a warm and generous spirit through acts of radical, yet gentle hospitality. Her natural curiosity and commitment to building authentic relationships have led her to engage in transformative academic pursuits like the Chaminade Scholars and Callings programs and her Religious Studies degree. Grounded in a deep understanding of Catholic Social Teaching, Katie discovers God in all things and lives accordingly, especially in caring for the poor and marginalized. As part of UDSAP and Outdoor Education, Katie’s presence and energy naturally create spaces for dialogue, reflecting her belief that we need each other to truly recognize the kingdom of God. She actively invites others to fully flourish and enter into deeper relationships with God and creation. We celebrate the authentic connections that define Katie’s ministry by honoring her with the 2025 Maureen E. O’Rourke Marianist Student Award.

Marianist Student Award Recipients

2025   Kathleen Crump

2024   Tristen Hawatmeh

2023   Kiara DiLoreto and Mira Wilson

2022   Andrew Buchanan

2021    Anna Mumma

2020    Cole Hepp

2019    Julianne Evans and Ellie Rizzo

2018    Abby Lisjak

2017    Elizabeth Abrams

2016    Elizabeth Clarke

2015    Erica Reist

2014    Peter Oduwole and Teresa Spanel

2013    Meaghan Crowley and Christopher Denzinger

2012    Caitlin Cipolla-McCulloch

2011    Bernadette Madden

2010    Eric J. Stoiber

2009    Emily Klein

2008    Dani Kusner and Gary Motz

2007    Alison Cawley

2006    David Prier

2005    Maureen E. O'Rourke

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