This award, given by the Schenectady Chapter of the College 
of Saint Rose Alumni Association, is given in memory of
Mother Rose of Lima. Mother Rose of Lima was one of the 
original founders of the college and was a language teacher at
the college. 
 
The award has been give by the chapter since 1963. From 
1963-69 an engraved charm was given to the top Latin or
French language student.  In 1970 the college went co-ed 
so the award changed to a five dollar check. In the 80's 
the award was increased to a $50 saving bond and in 1998 
it was increased to a $100 savings bond. In 2003 this award
was increased to $75 check. In 2006 this award will be 
increased to $100 check. 
The following schools each will be presented an award: Colonie,
Shenendehowa, Mohonasen, Burnt Hills/Ballston Lake,
Niskayuna, Notre Dame/Bishop Gibbons, Schalmont,Scotia/
Glenville and Schenectady.
The schools will choose one outstanding language student. 
The award, a $100 check is given at each of the area high
school's Awards and Scholarship night.