XI. Graduate Awards & Financial Assistance
College of Biological Science Internal Awards
The University reserves the right to amend awards subject to the availability of funds.
| Arthur Richmond Memorial Scholarships [I5180] | |
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| Established in memory of the late Arthur Richmond (OAC '23), horticulturist and teacher. One award each year is reserved for a student in the Plant Agriculture (Horticultural Sciences) program. Apply by May 1 to the Office of Graduate Studies by completing the Arthur Richmond Memorial Scholarships Application. The winners will be selected on the basis of academic excellence. The scholarships may only be held once at the master’s level and once at the doctoral level. | |
| Donor(s): |
The Estate of Nola Richmond
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time master’s students up to semester six and doctoral students up to semester nine in one of the following programs: Plant Agriculture, Integrative Biology, Molecular & Cellular Biology, or Environmental Sciences. |
| Amount: | 4 awards of $4,000 |
| CBS Graduate Scholarship in Plant Science [Z5718] | |
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| Apply by letter describing research project and research interest, accompanied by a curriculum vitae and completed Financial Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by January 10. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Alumni and friends of CBS with the aid of the Ontario government’s OSOTF program
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time MSc students not beyond semester 5 or a full-time PhD students not beyond semester 9, pursuing gradate studies in the area of Plant Science in the College of Biological Science with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 1 award of $500 |
| CFUW Scholarship for Women in Graduate Studies in Nutritional Sciences [I5341] | |
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| Selection will be based on academic achievement, relevant research activities, demonstrated strong leadership abilities, and extra-curricular activities related to nutrition and health or women’s issues. Qualifying applicants will be invited to apply and will be asked to complete the application form provided at the time of invitation. | |
| Donor(s): |
Canadian Federation of University Women, Guelph, ON
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| Qualification(s): | Female students registered in a graduate program offered by the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences and who are working on a thesis project relevant to human nutrition. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Dr. Donald Robert Phillips Molecular and Cellular Biology Scholarship [I5917] | |
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| Established in memory of Beverly Phillips' brother, Dr. Donald Robert Phillips, OAC'66, a genetics researcher. While primary consideration will be given to contributions to research as evidenced by authorship of publications and conference presentations in the area of molecular biology, genetics, and cell biology, academic achievement at the graduate level will also be taken into account. Apply by February 28 to the Molecular and Cellular Biology Chair’s office with a cover letter, application form (available from the Graduate Program Assistant), and two letters of support (one of which should be written by the student’s advisor). | |
| Donor(s): |
Established by the estate of Beverly Phillips in memory of her brother Dr. Donald Robert Phillips, OAC'66, a genetics researcher.
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in the Molecular and Cellular Biology graduate program. |
| Amount: | 2 awards of $4,250 |
| Elgin Card Terrestrial Scholarship in Terrestrial Animal Ecology [I5023] | |
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| The scholarship may not be held in conjunction with any external awards that provide the student with $10,000 per year or more. Apply to the Chair of Integrative Biology by September 30. | |
| Donor(s): |
Ontario Waterfowl Research Foundation
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| Qualification(s): | Students with high academic standing and demonstrated interest in the area of terrestrial zoology. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $4,000 |
| GFTC Legacy Fund Graduate Scholarships [I5949] | |
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| In recognition of the Guelph Food Technology Centre’s (GFTC) long association with the University of Guelph, the GFTC Board has created these scholarships to recognize academic excellence and encourage students to study and pursue post-graduate studies relevant to the food sector. Apply to the department by the program application date with a one page letter stating relevance of past work experience, proposed research objectives and career aspirations to the food production and processing sector. Selection will be based on high academic achievement and relevance of student’s past work experience, research objectives and career aspirations to the food production and processing sector. | |
| Donor(s): |
Guelph Food Technology Centre
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in a their first year of course work Master’s program in Food Safety and Quality Assurance Graduate, a MSc or PhD program in Food Science, Applied Human Nutrition, Nutrition and Nutraceutical Science, Food Agriculture and Resource Economics or an MBA. |
| Amount: | 9 awards of $10,000 |
| Hagen Graduate Scholarship [Z5719] | |
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| If possible, one will be awarded to an MSc student and the other to a PhD student. Preference will be given to students with an interest in tropical and/or marine fish or aquaculture, doing their research in the Hagen Aqualab. Apply by letter describing the research project and research interest, accompanied by a curriculum vitae and completed Financial Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by January 10. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Rolf Hagen, founding president of Rolf C. Hagen Inc., Canadian pet food and products supplier, with the aid of the Ontario
Government OSOTF program
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| Qualification(s): | Eligible full-time MSc students registered in CBS, not beyond semester 5 and full-time PhD students registered in CBS, not beyond semester 9 studying aquatic biodiversity with at least a first class (A-) average in the previous two years of study with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | a number of awards of $1,250 |
| Harold H. Draper Graduate Prize [I5157] | |
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| Created in honour of Professor Draper, Chair of the Department of Nutritional Sciences from 1975-1985. No application is required. | |
| Donor(s): |
Friends of Harold H. Draper
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| Qualification(s): | Given to the graduate student who has presented the best seminar during the Departmental yearly seminar series. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $100 |
| Human Health and Nutritional Sciences Travel Grant [T5048] | |
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| This travel grant was established by private donation to encourage graduate students in the academic programs of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences (HHNS) to study abroad. Applicants must present a clearly described schedule of study / research plan for their time abroad as well as a budget for their personal expenses. The outline should justify how the time abroad will complement their academic program and enhance their educational goals. Within the budget, the applicant should identify how the grant will be used and students should demonstrate financial support from their University of Guelph advisor. Proof, via letter, email or fax, from the host institution that an academic / research position has been confirmed should also accompany the application. Applications are accepted throughout the year and should be directed to the Graduate Program Assistant in Human Health and Nutritional Sciences. | |
| Donor(s): |
Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences
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| Qualification(s): | Students enrolled in a graduate program offered by the Department of HHNS and who are traveling to one of: the University of Copenhagen, Denmark; University of Maastricht, Netherlands; Deakin University, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT), or the University of Melbourne, Melbourne Australia. |
| Amount: | 1 award of up to $2,000 |
| International Emergency Medical Aid Assistance [B5200] | |
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| The University of Guelph provides support to International graduate students that are faced with unexpected, or unforeseen financial shortfalls due to a medical issue not covered by UHIP or the Student Dental/Medical insurance plans. Students should apply to the International Student Advisor, in the Centre for International Programs office, by completing an International Student Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) and submitting documentation to support the medical issue. These bursaries are awarded on an on-going basis. | |
| Donor(s): |
University of Guelph
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| Qualification(s): | International students registered in a degree program and have completed a minimum 1.50 credits who have a medical emergency expenses not covered by UHIP or the Student Dental/Medical insurance plans and demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| John R.M. Kelso Scholarship in Environmental and Fisheries Science [I5340] | |
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| Established to recognize the late Dr. John R.M. Kelso's personal and professional contributions to the Fisheries profession. Selection will be based on: (a) overall grade point average and academic standing in all graduate courses as well as full time equivalent undergraduate courses completed during the student's program, (b) relevance and appropriateness of the research work, and (c) demonstration of participation in extracurricular activities related to environmental protection and fisheries stewardship, including but not limited to, membership in conservation, fisheries or environmental protection societies, involvement in research, educational, communication or other programs outside of university, dedicated to these goals. Financial need may also be considered. The application, including a letter outlining research, should be sent to Student Financial Services by January 10. | |
| Donor(s): |
Family and friends of the late Dr. John R.M. Kelso, B.Sc.(Agr.) '67, and M.Sc. '69
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| Qualification(s): | Students conducting research that examines the effects of anthropogenic stressors on fish community ecology (including but not limited to toxic chemicals, habitat degradation, or hydro power). |
| Amount: | 1 award of $2,000 |
| Middleton Graduate Teaching Assistant Prize [I5218] | |
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| The Middleton Graduate Teaching Assistant Prize was established to honour Dr. A.L.A. Middleton, professor in the Department of Zoology from 1966 - 2001, for his contribution to undergraduate education at the University of Guelph. Recipients must demonstrate a commitment to and effectiveness in undergraduate teaching as evidenced by letters of support from course supervisors. Students may be nominated by faculty, departmental technicians, or undergraduate students. The nomination forms are available from the Chair’s office and must be completed and returned by April 30th. The recipient’s name will be engraved on a plaque which will be displayed in the Department of Integrative Biology. | |
| Donor(s): |
Department of Integrative Biology
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| Qualification(s): | Graduate Teaching Assistant in a Zoology or Biology course co-ordinated through the Department of Integrative Biology |
| Amount: | 1 award of a plaque |
| Norman James Scholarship in Aquatic Animal Ecology [I5064] | |
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| The applicant must have high academic standing and demonstrate an interest in the area of aquatic animal ecology. The award may not be held in conjunction with any external awards that provide the student with more than $10,000 per year. Apply by September 30th to the Department of Integrative Biology and include a transcript, a brief description of the research proposal and a supporting letter from the principal advisor. | |
| Donor(s): |
Ontario Waterfowl Research Foundation
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| Qualification(s): | Registered or incoming graduate students in the Department of Zoology with high academic standing and demonstrated interest in the area of aquatic animal ecology. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $4,000 |
| Peter Seidl Memorial Scholarship [I5739] | |
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| Established in memory of Peter Seidl, MSc '80 by the Seidl family. Peter's interest in aquatic sciences led to a career in environmental consulting, working on water quality issues as the Secretary to the Research Council of the Great Lakes, and later, as an environmental specialist for the World Bank, assisting developing countries. Apply to the Department of Integrative Biology by December 1. | |
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| Qualification(s): | Master's students with at least an A- average in the previous two years of full-time or equivalent study registered in the Department of Integrative Biology and in semester 1.0 to 6.0 are eligible. Students must be conducting research related to the quality of wildlife habitat, including fresh and saltwater environments. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Pharmacia Molecular and Cellular Biology Graduate Prize [I5170] | |
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| Awarded to the student who has presented the best poster at a scientific meeting during the current academic year. Posters must be exhibited by the student or designate during the last week of August. The best poster will be selected on the basis of academic merit. No application is required. | |
| Donor(s): |
Pharmacia Enzyme Freezer Program, Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in the Molecular and Cellular Biology graduate program who have presented a poster at a scientific meeting during the current academic year. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $500 |
| Prof. A.W. Baker Memorial Bursaries [Z5717] | |
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| Apply by letter describing research project and research interests accompanied by a curriculum vitae and completed Financial Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by January 10. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
The estate of Margaret A. MacLean, through a bequest in honour and memory of her father the late Prof. A.W. Baker, Chair of
the Department of Entomology, with the aid of the Ontario government's OSOTF program
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| Qualification(s): | Graduate students with demonstrated financial need who are registered in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and enrolled in a department in the College of Biological Sciences or the Ontario Agricultural College. Full-time continuing or in-coming MSc students not beyond semester 5 or PhD students not beyond semester 9, studying or conducting research in entomology are eligible. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | various awards totalling $3,000 |
| Roche Molecular Biochemical Award of Excellence [I5166] | |
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| No application is required. | |
| Donor(s): |
Roche Molecular Biochemicals
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| Qualification(s): | Graduate student registered in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology who has presented the best graduate seminar during the academic year. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $500 |