For more than 20 years, Margaret A. Riley has been a tireless advocate for cancer survivorship. As past Director of the cancer program at Saint Joseph’s Hospital, she had the professional vision and personal commitment to start the Cancer Survivors’ Network. The Cancer Survivors’ Network has offered support and encouragement to thousands of cancer survivors and caregivers and contributes over 4,000 volunteer hours each year to the Saint Joseph’s cancer program. To thank and honor Maggie, the Cancer Survivors’ Network at Saint Joseph’s Hospital is pleased to offer two scholarships in her name.
To learn more, read below and/or download our 2010 Margaret A. Riley Scholarship brochure.
Applications:
If you are:
Purpose & Eligibility:
To offer two annual scholarships in recognition and honor of Margaret A. Riley’s many career contributions on behalf of cancer survivorship.
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One scholarship will be awarded to a cancer survivor*, caregiver, or cancer survivorship volunteer
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A second scholarship will be awarded to an oncology professional**
Both scholarships are given to enable recipients to attend a cancer-related educational or support program of their choice to broaden their understanding of the cancer journey. Recipients from prior years must wait a year before they can apply again. The CSN hopes that you will bring back knowledge gained and share it with the CSN and the whole cancer community.
Eligible Programs:
Scholarships will be used to attend an approved cancer-related program, conference, seminar or retreat. Applicants should specify program interests at the time of application. Suggestions for approved programs and/or assistance with identifying eligible programs may be requested from the CSN.
Scholarship Award:
A maximum of $1,000 will be awarded to each recipient. The scholarships are approved to provide for travel, lodging, ground transportation and program registration fees. The scholarship may allow for the inclusion of a guest. The CSN will manage all program registration and travel arrangements.
Nomination Process:
Candidates may personally apply or be nominated by a member of the CSN, Saint Joseph’s Hospital staff, or other individuals associated with the CSN or Saint Joseph’s cancer program. All candidates must turn in an application to be eligible for the scholarship.
Application Process:
Written applications are due to the CSN office by Friday, August 28, 2009. To download an application, please click on the links provided above. You may also call 678-843-5051 to request a copy.
Selection Process:
A selection committee, appointed by the CSN Executive Committee, will validate eligibility, evaluate applications and select the scholarship recipients. Priority will be given to applicants who have actively participated in the CSN cancer support programs, the oncology services at Saint Joseph’s Hospital, or are known and recognized for their broad cancer survivorship support in their personal and/or professional lives.
Scholarship Announcement:
Recipients will be personally notified by Monday, September 14, 2009. The formal awards will be presented at the Saint Joseph’s Cancer Survivors’ Network Annual Meeting and Volunteer Appreciation Event on Thursday, October 8, 2009.
For more information, contact CSN at CSNinfo@sjha.org or call 678-843-5051.
*The term “cancer survivor” is defined as anyone with a diagnosis of cancer.
**The term “oncology professional” is used inclusively to refer to physicians, nurses, social workers, pastoral care counselors, or anyone working in an oncology-related capacity.
