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.
Marianist Student Award Selection Criteria >>

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