Awards and Scholarships

Charlotte “Char” M. Sojka FBS Student Leadership Scholarship

In recognition of Charlotte “Char” M. Sojka’s 39 years of service to the University of Iowa, specifically 35 years serving the Iowa Memorial Union, Fraternity Business Services, and the UI Fraternity and Sorority Community as the FBS Account Specialist, the Charlotte “Char” M. Sojka Fraternity Business Services Student Leader Award has been created.

Outstanding Community Service Award

This award honors one (1) fraternity member and one (1) sorority member, regardless of council, for dedicating time and energy to the greater UI and Iowa City/Coralville communities. Sponsored by Iowa Zeta chapter of Pi Beta Phi.

Andrew James Mogni Legacy Award

The Andrew James Mogni Legacy Award, created in 2015, is sponsored by International Programs, Sigma Nu Fraternity, and the Interfraternity Council, and is named in honor of Andrew James Mogni and his dedication to academic excellence and commitment to improving the lives of others. This award was established to perpetuate the legacy of Andrew and his passion for teaching people how to live every day and love life to the fullest. The award honors one fraternity member annually, regardless of Council affiliation, on the basis of proven scholarship, demonstrated leadership, and a strong commitment to serving others.

Mary Peterson Fraternity/Sorority Member of the Year

This award is sponsored by the University of Iowa Panhellenic and Interfraternity Councils in honor of Mary Peterson. Mary Peterson served The University of Iowa as the Fraternity and Sorority Advisor for over 20 years.  During her time she acted as a mentor, confidant, and role model for all students on Iowa’s campus.

Outstanding Program Award

This award honors the chapter (s) who has excelled in creating successful, unique programming in any aspect of Fraternity and Sorority Life. The Outstanding Program Award is geared toward (but not limited to) the following areas:  social, educational, risk management, philanthropic, service, cultural/diversity, alumni, and scholarship. The chapter may submit more than one application for consideration if they wish.  Multiple awards may be issued.

Thomas A. Arcé Legacy Award

This award recognizes one outstanding chapter advisor or alumni/ae volunteer for their contributions to their respective chapter, as well as The University of Iowa Fraternity and Sorority Community.

Emerging Leader Award

This award recognizes one individual from each of the four Greek councils as an emerging leader in the UI Fraternity and Sorority Community. Sponsored by the Delta Beta chapter of Order of Omega, the award recipients will receive a $25 stipend each.

Outstanding Support Staff

This award recognizes one outstanding chapter support staff member for their contributions to their respective chapter, as well as The University of Iowa Fraternity and Sorority Community.  This can be your house director, cook or another support staff member, who is not an advisor, which assists in the success of your chapter.