Undergraduate
Awards
Rose Award for Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement in Art History
Named in honor of the first chair of the Department, Dr. Patricia Rose, the Rose Award recognizes exceptional undergraduate students in Art History who have demonstrated consistent excellence in course study, research, and leadership in the major. Award recipients receive books in their area of study, award certificates, and commemoration on a plaque dedicated to the award, on display in the Art History office.
Previous Recipients
2026: Sofia Nuonno
2025: Willow Hackett
2024: Vivienne Dumas, Sienna Failla
2023: Mia Jackson, Ava Romano

Helen J. Beard Undergraduate Research Scholarship in Art History
Undergraduate majors in art history conducting advanced research are eligible to apply for $500 scholarships in support of their projects. Honors thesis and DIS students are especially encouraged to apply. All scholarship applications will be reviewed by the faculty and students will be notified by email if selected. The Department offers a limited number of scholarships per year. Applications are due first week of November for the Fall award and first week of February for the Spring award. The Beard Award Application Cover Sheet contains more details and requirements.
Previous Recipients
2023: Isabella DiBernardo