Awards

 hands of many skin colors with hearts in the palms

In an effort to recognize the fantastic volunteer work of students, staff, and the community, the Bodwell center presents several awards annually.

The Servant Heart Scholarship Fund (Will be available in Scholarship Universe in March 2026)

Since 2007 the Servant Heart Scholarship Fund has awarded $190,000 to 77 UMaine students to support their education.  This year’s awards will bring the total awards over $200,000!

This scholarship fund is made possible by an anonymous gift to benefit students who are committed to community service and volunteer outreach.  The Servant Heart Scholarship is offered as an expression of the donors’ Christian faith.  The scholarship fund is intended to benefit students who connect public service with their academic work and who apply practical solutions to real world problems.  Applying students must exhibit their devotion to community service by having been recently involved in community service activities. The 2026 scholarship program includes 4 scholarships of $3,000 each.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Current undergraduate student
  • Enrolled full-time at the University of Maine for the year being awarded
  • Have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA
  • Active participation in volunteer outreach in the last 12 months
  • Strong record of citizenship and volunteerism at the University of Maine
  • Without academic or disciplinary violations
  • Demonstrated commitment to community service

To be considered for this award, you must include an essay answering the following questions: How has community service impacted you while attending the University of Maine? How has your higher education experience prepared you to face challenges in your community? (500 word maximum)

A letter of recommendation that clearly demonstrates the applicant’s strong commitment to community service is suggested by not required.  Letter cannot be from a family member.

To apply, please visit Scholarship Universe through the University of Maine Portal.

2025 Recipients:

Rebecca Long – Double major Child Development and Family Relations & Spanish
Leah Cromarty – Double major Microbiology and Psychology
Drew Parent – Double major Social Work and Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies
Kenzie Karpinski – Triple major Chemical Engineering, Mathematics and Statistics
Melisa Matonsi – Biochemistry

Questions can be directed to Lisa Morin, Coordinator of the Bodwell Center, at lisa.morin@maine.edu or (207) 581-4194.