Margaret A. Riley Sharing the Journey Scholarship
The Margaret A. Riley Sharing the Journey Scholarship is an annual program honoring Margaret (Maggie) Riley, former director of the Cancer Program at Saint Joseph's Hospital. For twenty years, Maggie Riley has been a tireless advocate for cancer survivorship. As director of the cancer program at Saint Joseph’s Hospital, she had the professional vision and personal commitment to start the Cancer Survivors’ Network (CSN).
For almost twenty years, the CSN has offered support and encouragement to thousands of cancer survivors and caregivers and contributes over 5,000 volunteer hours each year to the Saint Joseph’s cancer program.
To thank and honor Maggie, the Cancer Survivors’ Network is pleased to offer two annual scholarships in her name.
Photo: Maggie Riley with former CSN Executive Committee members, Dick McClure (left) and Jerry Smith, at a Cancer Survivors' Network Annual Conference.
Application for Survivors and Caregivers | Application for Oncology Professionals
Congratulations to Recipients of the
Margaret A. Riley Sharing the Journey Scholarship
2011 Nancy Rodriguez, RN, BSN, CPHQ & Beth Kooby, RN, MSN, APRN-BC, AOCNP
2010 Janet Kempe & Tanya Duke, MA, CCC-SLP
2009 Alisa Beattie & Renee Sevy, LMSW
2008 Barry Finley & Tracey Booker, BS
2007 Terry Davenport & Lanell Bellury, RN
Purpose: To recognize and honor Margaret A. (Maggie) Riley’s many career contributions on behalf of cancer survivorship by offering two annual scholarships.
Eligibility: One scholarship will be awarded to a cancer survivor*, caregiver, or cancer survivorship volunteer; and one scholarship will be awarded to an oncology professional** to attend a cancer-related educational or support program of their choice.
Eligible Programs: Scholarships may be used to attend an approved cancer-related program, conference, seminar, or retreat. Applicants do not need to specify the program at the time of application. Suggestions for approved programs may be requested from the CSN, as well as assistance identifying eligible programs.
Scholarship Award: A maximum of $1,500 will be awarded for each scholarship. The award will provide for travel, lodging, ground transportation, and program registration fees for the award recipient. The scholarship for survivors/caregivers may allow for the inclusion of a guest. The CSN will manage all program registration and travel arrangements.
Nomination Process: Candidates may apply on their own or be nominated by a member of the CSN, Saint Joseph’s Hospital staff, or other individual closely associated with the CSN or Saint Joseph’s cancer program.
Application Process: Application for Survivors and Caregivers | Application for Oncology Professionals
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 CSN cancer support programs or oncology services at Saint Joseph’s Hospital OR are known and recognized for their broad cancer survivorship support in their personal or professional lives.
*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.
Maggie Riley (right) with Phyllis Youngblood, Vice President of Oncology, Pulmonary and Digestive Diseases, at a Cancer Survivorship Conference (2007).
Last Updated: November 16, 2011 (RSH)