Department of Sociology Inclusive Excellence Award The Department of Sociology offers undergraduate awards that highlight undergraduate students who are working to promote inclusion on campus or in the community. We seek students who are dedicated to advancing social justice by creating inclusive and equitable spaces welcoming to all people. View More Info and Application Barrow Scholarship The Phyllis Jenkins Barrow Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating major who is a Georgia resident and has excelled academically. Recent Recipients: Jordan Cole & Amani Hannah (2021-2022) Avery Warner & Kaylee Palomino (2020-2021) No award given (2019-2020) Kavi Pandian (2018-2019) Mallika Madhusudan (2017 – 2018) Prentiss Rachel Autry (2016 – 2017) Ezimma Chinonso Nnyagu (2015 – 2016) Vanessa Aguilera (2014-2015) Cherise Washington (2013-2014) See complete list of Barrow Scholarship recipients. Ray Payne Award The Ray Payne Award is awarded annually to a graduating major whose performance demonstrates commitment to sociology and a high potential for professional development in the discipline. Recent Recipients: Roberto Ortiz (2021-2022) Lindsey Smith (2020-2021) No award given (2019-2020) Jacob Kepes (2018-2019) Emily Maloney (2017 – 2018) Bergen Merit Aughey (2016 – 2017) Treva C. Tam (2015 – 2016) Keller Griffin Sheppard (2014-2015) Mackenzie Hayes (2013-2014) See complete list of Ray Payne Award recipients.
