Student Awards
CONTACT DETAILS
Student & Family Engagement
StudentEngagement@BristolCC.edu
774.357.2222
777 Elsbree Street
Fall River, MA 02720
G Building Lobby
Mon - Fri: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Your Night to Shine
Wednesday, May 11, 2022 | 6:30 p.m.
Margaret L. Jackson Arts Center (H Bldg) | Fall River campus
Immediately following the ceremony, a reception with light refreshments will be held in your honor in the Courtyard outside H Building. We encourage you to invite your family and friends to share in the celebration.
View a recording of Bristol's Student Awards Night 2022.
Student Awards
Bronze Shield Award
The Bronze Shield is given to a student who has provided continuous, outstanding service
to a student club or organization of the college throughout the years. Nominations
should include the name of the student club or organization, dates of involvement,
specific activities and accomplishments of the student.
Curriculum Award for High Academic Achievement
The Curriculum Award for High Academic Achievement is given to graduating students
who have at least a 3.5 GPA. Students who have demonstrated high achievement, motivation,
initiative, integrity, and intellectual depth may receive this award.
Curriculum Award for Perseverance and Growth
The Curriculum Award for Perseverance and Growth is given to graduating students who
have at least a 3.0 GPA. The Awards Selection Committee defines this student as one
who is persistent, dedicated, and willing to make personal sacrifices to achieve academic
success in spite of obstacles.
Civic Engagement Awards
Learn More on our Civic Engagement page.
Sceptre & Scroll Award
The Sceptre and Scroll Award is given to students who consistently provide exceptional
college-wide service and/or leadership, over a period of years. Please be specific
as to dates and accomplishments. Recipients are installed in perpetuity in the Sceptre and
Scroll Society.
Silver Shield Award
The Silver Shield is awarded to students who have made significant contributions to
the college during the current academic year. Please be specific as to dates and accomplishments.
Nominations need to be specific as to the contributions to Bristol, including dates.
Prestigious Awards to be Announced on Awards Night
Bristol Community College Foundation Scholarships
Nominees are chosen for their outstanding academic achievement as well as significant
college and community service.
Commonwealth Honors Program Scholars
These students have completed at least 3 honors experiences and they have worked with
a faculty member to successfully produce a significant interdisciplinary research
project and present their findings in written and oral presentations, all done while
maintaining a GPA of at least 3.45.
Mace & Shield Award
Known as the President’s Award, the Mace & Shield is presented each year to a graduate
who has rendered the highest quality service to the college and who has demonstrated
outstanding leadership. The name of each recipient is inscribed on a plaque, which
is located permanently at the college.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Student & Family Engagement via their email: StudentEngagement@BristolCC.edu.
*Recipients are selected based on the award criteria. Nominations do not guarantee an award.