Established by Robert W. Edgar T'68 as an expression of his affection for Drew University and his deep concern for social justice. Awarded to students pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy degree in the Graduate Division of Religion whose work connects the academy with the religious, cultural, and socio-political realities and challenges of the larger world, and whose dissertation is distinguished by outstanding transdisciplinary scholarship related to social justice issues.
| Year | Awardee |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Max Rose Thornton |
| 2020 | Elyse Ambrose |
| 2019 | Tejai L. Beulah |
| 2018 | Karri Lynne Whipple |