IX. Scholarships and Other Awards
Bachelor of Science
In-course Scholarships
Alex Peepre Memorial Scholarship [I0232] |
A scholarship established by friends of the late Professor Alex Peepre. In assessing student leadership, activity in student organizations, athletics, teaching assistantships, etc. will be considered. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Friends of the late Professor Alex Peepre
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Qualification(s): |
Student entering semesters 7 or 8 in the winter semester in a major offered by the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences (Human Kinetics, Nutritional and Nutraceutical Sciences, or Biomedical Science), who has high academic standing and who displays marked qualities of leadership. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500, 1 Framed certificate |
Analytical Biochemistry Award [I0281] |
Donated by a faculty member in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology and supported by the Alma Mater Fund. Awarded in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Dr. F.J. Sharom, Department of Biochemistry
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Qualification(s): |
Students with the highest grades in BIOC*3570 Analytical Biochemistry. One award will be made in each semester that the course is offered. Eligible students must be continuing in an honours major program administered by the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology. |
Amount: |
2 awards of $400 |
Analytical Toxicology Award [I0465] |
Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Students registered in a toxicology major who achieves the highest grade in the course TOX*3300, Analytical Toxicology. Prize will be awarded at the Annual Toxicology Symposium. |
Amount: |
1 award of $200 |
Better Beef Scholarship [I0588] |
These scholarships are provided to two students that have selected AGR*4450 Research Project in Agriculture I for their next semester of study. Selection is based on the student's research topic proposal related to meat quality and quality control. Apply by April 1 with a letter, of not more than two pages, outlining proposed research topic to the Chair, Animal and Poultry Science. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
BSc.(Agr), BSc.(Food Science), or BSc.(Animal Biology) students that have selected AGR*4450 for their next semester of study. |
Amount: |
2 awards of $2,500 |
Bill Taylor Memorial Scholarship [I0280] |
Applications to include a supporting letter from a coach or intramural supervisor. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time student who has completed a minimum of 7.5 credits, but no more than 17.5 credits in the Winter term who has a cumulative 80% average or who is in the top 10% of his/her program. The recipient must have demonstrated responsibility and leadership qualities through participation in intramural or intercollegiate athletics. |
Amount: |
1 award of $900 |
Blackburn Scholarship [I0404] |
In commemoration of the 125th Anniversary of the Ontario Agricultural College, Dr. D.J. Blackburn, a retired faculty member of the former Rural Extension Studies program and former Director of the Associate Diploma Program has established this scholarship. Apply by letter, citing athletic contributions, to the O.A.C. Awards Committee by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
O.A.C. degree or diploma student who has participated in intercollegiate athletics and maintained a minimum cumulative average of 70% while registered at Guelph. Athletic excellence and leadership will be used to determine the recipient. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Bob McCann Memorial Scholarship [C0314] |
This award is presented in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Mr. & Mrs. Edward H. McCann
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Qualification(s): |
Student commencing semester 8 in honours Wild Life Biology major. The scholarship will be awarded to the student who has completed the 7th semester level with the highest cumulative average in core courses in the Wild Life major. |
Amount: |
1 award of $700 |
Brian L. Walker Memorial Scholarship [I0301] |
The scholarship will be awarded on recommendation of the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences based on academic achievement in six Nutritional Sciences courses. This scholarship is not tenable with the Dr. Hugh D. Branion Memorial Scholarship. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Brian Walker Memorial Scholarship Committee
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Qualification(s): |
Student registered in semester level 8 in B.Sc. Nutrition and Nutraceutical Sciences major in the Winter semester. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Bruce Sells Medal of Academic Excellence [C0402] |
In honour of Bruce Sells, the Dean of the College of Biological Science, 1983-1995, a silver medal is presented. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Dr. Bruce Sells and friends
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Qualification(s): |
Presented to the student who has graduated at the completion of the Winter semester, or during the previous Fall or Spring semester, with the highest cumulative average in the Honours Biological Sciences, B.Sc. degree program. |
Amount: |
1 Silver medal |
Bruce W. Minshall Memorial Scholarship [I0450] |
Provided by Dr. W.H. Minshall (O.A.C.'33) in memory of his son Bruce, a graduate of O.A.C. in 1970. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
O.A.C. Alumni Foundation on behalf of Dr. W.H. Minshall
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Qualification(s): |
O.A.C. students in the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Sc.(Env.) or B.Sc. degree programs who have completed semester level 6 are eligible. Interest in crop protection and achievement in courses such as CROP*4240, ENVB*3030, ENVB*3210, ENVB*4100, and ENVB*4240 will be considered. Awarded to the student with an interest in crop protection and showing the greatest improvement in academic standing since entering the program. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Bryant Family Research Scholarship [I0537] |
This scholarship was established through he generosity of W. Keith Bryant, O.A.C. '57, in honour of the contributions to the University made by his grandfather, Robert Bryant, his father, Leonard R. Bryant and his uncle, H. William Bryant. Robert Bryant was a Stockkeeper in the Chemistry Department from the 1920's to the 1940's. Leonard R. Bryant, Professor of Chemistry and Dairy Chemist, served the University from 1927 to 1958. H. William Bryant, O.A.C. '31, was employed by the Apiculture Department from 1931 to 1934. All applicants must submit copies of their research proposals and one page abstracts to either the Chair of the Department of Integrative Biology by September or January of each year. The successful candidate will be selected by the College of Biological Sciences Awards Committee on the recommendation of the Department of Integrative Biology. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Any undergraduate student enrolled in undergraduate research project courses administered by the Department of Integrative Biology. The student will be judged to have the best proposal for an undergraduate research project and meet a minimum standard of excellence. |
Amount: |
2 awards of $300 |
C.M. and D.J. Switzer Scholarships [I0276] |
Apply by April 1 to Student Financial Services. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
One to a student who has completed semester 2 of the Diploma in Agriculture program and one to a student who has completed semester 4 of a degree program in O.A.C. Recipients will have a minimum of 70% standing and have demonstrated outstanding leadership ability in O.A.C. student organizations, class executives and College Royal. |
Amount: |
1 award of $2,000 |
Canadian Agri-Marketing Association (Ontario) Scholarship [I0541] |
Provided by the Canadian Association of Agri-Marketing Association (Ontario). Apply to the O.A.C. awards Committee by April 1 with a summary of participation in the Ag Ec & Biz Society and in agri-marketing initiatives as well as a letter of recommendation from a faculty member. |
Donor(s): |
Canadian Agri-Marketing Association (Ontario)
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Qualification(s): |
Student who has competed a minimum of 10.0 credits with a minimum cumulative average of 70% who are members of O.A.C. and the Ag Ec & Biz Society. Selection will be based on a combination of academic achievement and a demonstrated interest in agri-marketing. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,500 |
Canadian Federation of University Women/Guelph Scholarship [I0294] |
The Guelph Chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women provides this annual scholarship. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The Guelph Chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women
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Qualification(s): |
Female student registered in Year 3 in the Fall semester in either B.Sc.(Eng.), B.A. (College of Physical and Engineering Science) or B.Sc.(College of Physical and Engineering Science) who has the highest cumulative average. Preference will be given to a student who has graduated from a secondary school in Wellington County. |
Amount: |
1 award of $2,000 |
Certified General Accountants Award for Excellence Prize [C0025] |
Awarded to the graduating student with the highest average in the three accounting courses listed. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Certified General Accountants Association of Ontario
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Qualification(s): |
Graduating student who has a minimum cumulative average of 77% in Financial Accounting AGEC*2220; Management Accounting AGEC*2230; and Intermediate Accounting AGEC*3330. |
Amount: |
1 award of $150, plus 1 year tuition and course fee towards the CGA program. (approximate value of $2,000) |
CFRU Volunteer Award [I0215] |
Apply to the CFRU Board of Governors by April 30. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Applicants must be registered or graduating from the University of Guelph and have volunteered at CFRU for at least one year. The recipients will be selected on the basis of academic performance and volunteer work at CFRU. |
Amount: |
2 awards of $250 |
Chair's Prize in Human Health and Nutritional Sciences [C0555] |
Established by the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences. These awards are presented to the student with the highest cumulative average in each of Human Kinetics, Biomedical Sciences, and Nutrition and Nutraceutical Science. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Human Health and Nutritional Science Department
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time students who have completed the B.Sc. Degree program in Human Kinetics, Biomedical Science, and Nutrition and Nutraceutical Science within the most recently completed academic year. |
Amount: |
3 awards of $500 |
Charles McGowan Memorial Prize [C0187] |
Established in memory of the late Lieutenant Charles McGowan. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Charles McGowan Memorial Fund
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Qualification(s): |
Outstanding graduating student in an O.A.C. degree program. |
Amount: |
1 award of $300 |
Chemical Institute of Canada Prize (CIC) Silver Medal in Biochemistry [I0056] |
Awarded in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Chemical Institute of Canada
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Qualification(s): |
Student enrolled in the Biochemistry Honours program or Biochemistry Co-op program who have completed a minimum of 15.0 credits with the highest cumulative average. |
Amount: |
1 Silver medal |
Chemistry Club Prize for Chemistry Promotion [I0495] |
Donated by the Chemistry Club, together with the Dean of C.P.E.S.. Applicants should submit a one-page type-written summary outlining their efforts to promote the disciplines of chemistry within the University, or the community to the Executive of the Chemistry Club by February 1st. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student at any semester level enrolled in a degree program administered by the Department of Chemistry , who has made a significant contribution to promotion of chemistry. |
Amount: |
1 award of $200 |
Class of '51 O.A.C. Leadership Awards [C0063] |
Established by Year '51 O.A.C., on the occasion of its 45th anniversary. At the discretion of the O.A.C. Awards Committee students may be selected before graduation. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Students graduating from the degree program in a major in an O.A.C. department who have a 70% standing in the final year of study and who have demonstrated leadership in the College or University extracurricular activities. |
Amount: |
4 awards of $1,000 |
Class of '67 O.A.C. Centennial Scholarship [I0067] |
Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student majoring in an O.A.C. department who through activity in all branches of college life as well as scholastic achievement has made an outstanding contribution to the University. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Class of 1970 Scholarship [I0424] |
Established by the Silver Anniversary celebrants to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the University Class of 1970. This award rotates among all six colleges on the main campus. The appropriate College Award Committee selects the candidate each Fall semester and the candidate is announced each October. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Class 1970: 25th Reunion Gift
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Qualification(s): |
Outstanding student in any degree program who has attained at least an 80% average in two consecutive semesters resulting in placement on the Deans' Honours List. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,400 |
College of Biological Science Gold Medalist [C0072] |
Presented to the College of Biological Science nominee for the Winegard Medal. The award will be presented at the time of the Spring Convocation. Application not required. One award of a gold medal and $200. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
The recipient is selected by the Awards Committee of the College of Biological Science. |
Amount: |
1 award of $200, 1 Gold Medal |
College of Biological Science Roll of Distinction [I0000] |
Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
College of Biological Science
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Qualification(s): |
Awarded to full-time students who have completed 5 semesters, and who have a cumulative average of 85% up to the semester of consideration for the award. Part-time students who have completed semester 5 and have taken at least 2 courses per semester over consecutive semesters, are also eligible. |
Amount: |
1 Certificate |
College of Physical Engineering Science Academic Scholarship [I0073] |
Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
College of Physical and Engineering Science
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Qualification(s): |
Offered in the Winter semester to students who have completed at least 15.0 course credits in a College of Physical and Engineering Science program and have excellent grades but have not received awards recently. |
Amount: |
2 awards of $250 |
College of Physical Engineering Science Graduation Prize [C0075] |
The winner will be selected in May from all students who have completed the program in the previous twelve months. Application not required. One award of $250 and a commemorative plaque. |
Donor(s): |
College of Physical and Engineering Science
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Qualification(s): |
Student graduating with the highest cumulative average from an honours B.Sc. program in a Physical and Engineering Science area. |
Amount: |
1 award of $250, 1 Commemorative plaque |
College of Physical Engineering Science Scholarship [I0076] |
Awarded in the Fall semester to a student who has completed semester 6 in the previous Fall, Winter or Spring semesters and who is enrolled in Year 4 of a College of Physical and Engineering Science program. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
College of Physical and Engineering Science
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Qualification(s): |
Recipients will be selected on the basis of a high average (minimum 80% average required) in courses normally taken in Year 3. |
Amount: |
1 award of $250 |
College of Social Science Alumni Heritage In-Course Scholarships [I0492] |
Established in recognition of the valuable contributions made over many years by College of Social Science alumni and the Alumni Association to the life and vitality of the University. Awarded in the Fall semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
College of Social Science Alumni
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Qualification(s): |
Students registered in the C.S.A.H.S. with the highest cumulative program average of at least 80.0% who have completed between 10.00 and 12.50 course credits and who registered in C.S.A.H.S. in the subsequent Fall Semester. One scholarship will be awarded to a full or part-time student registered in a program offered by each of the following six C.S.A.H.S. administrative and academic units: Economics, Geography, International Development Studies, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology and Anthropology. This scholarship may be held once only. |
Amount: |
6 awards of $1,000 |
Collins Barrow Award [I0040] |
Offered by Collins Barrow, a national firm of Chartered Accountants. Awarded in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Collins Barrow Chartered Accountants
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Qualification(s): |
Student with the highest grade in course AGEC*3330, Intermediate Accounting, in the Fall semester. In the event of a tie, the scholarship will be given to the student with the highest cumulative average in their program. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Copernicus Scholarship in Physics [I0081] |
Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The faculty members of the Department of Physics through their Scholarship Trust Fund
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Qualification(s): |
Students who have completed 7.5 course credits and are registered in one of the majors programs in Physics. To be eligible, students must have completed the courses PHYS*2440 and PHYS*2460 with a minimum of an A average. The awards will be made to the students with the highest average in the Physics courses taken in the Year 1 and in PHYS*2440 and PHYS*2460. |
Amount: |
4 awards of $500 |
CSAHS Student Volunteer Scholarship [I0482] |
Inspired by Theresa Firestone, FACS '78, and funded by the Harshman Fellowships Society and Pfizer Canada Inc.. Students may apply on their own or be recommended by other students, faculty members or administrators from non-profit organizations. Applications are available from the CSAHS Dean's Office. Apply to the CSAHS Dean's Office with a completed application form, a summary letter outlining the student's volunteer experience and what has been gained or learned from this experience that has enhanced his/her personal growth and/or career goals, and 2 letters of recommendation by April 1. This scholarship will be awarded to the Student Volunteer of the year to help defray the costs associated with volunteerism. One award of $350 (an equal amount will be awarded to the charitable organization of the recipient's choice). |
Donor(s): |
Harshman Fellowship Society and Pfizer Canada Inc.
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time undergraduate students in any degree program offered by the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences and have completed at least 15 course credits with a minimum cumulative 70% average. |
Amount: |
1 award of $350 |
David F. Boyes Apiculture Scholarship [I0031] |
Established in memory of David Boyes a technician in the Apiculture Field Laboratory. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student registered in the Fall semester who achieves high academic standing in Introductory Apiculture (ENVB*2210) in the previous year, demonstrates an interest in apiculture and who has participated in extracurricular activities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $150 |
Deans' Scholarships [I0323] |
Offered by the Board of Governors. Recipients will be selected by each of the College Awards Committees. Winners will be notified in the Fall semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Students registered in any degree program. The primary academic criteria is placement on the Deans' Honours List for two consecutive semesters, excluding semesters 7 and 8 or Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program, in the previous Fall/Winter/Summer sequence. |
Amount: |
150 awards of $1,000 |
Dr. Caesar V. Senoff Memorial Scholarship for Excellence in Chemistry [I0517] |
The Senoff family and the College of Physical and Engineering Science, together with the University of Guelph Faculty Association and friends, have established this scholarship in memory of Dr. Caesar V. Senoff. Dr. Senoff discovered the first dinitrogen complex while completing his PhD at the University of Toronto, opening up a new field of chemistry. A valued member of the University of Guelph faculty from 1968 to 1996, his positive influence continues through his students and colleagues. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Senoff family and the College of Physical and Engineering Science, together with the University of Guelph Faculty Association and friends
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Qualification(s): |
Student majoring in any Chemistry program who has completed between 7.5 and 9.75 credits and who has the highest cumulative average over 80%. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Dr. Charles Capstick Graduation Prize [C0558] |
Provided by the Department of Computing and Information Science, these scholarships are awarded in May to students who have completed an undergraduate degree in a Computing and Information Science program and have achieved the highest and second highest cumulative averages at graduation. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Department of Computing and Information Science
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Qualification(s): |
Students who have completed an undergraduate degree in Computing and Information Science (CIS) in the previous twelve months. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500, 1 award of $300 |
Dr. James Linders Scholarship [I0559] |
Provided by the Department of Computing and Information Science, these scholarships are awarded in the Fall semester to students in a Computing and Information Science degree program that achieved the highest and second highest averages in Year 3 Computing and Information Science core courses. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Department of Computing and Information Science
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Qualification(s): |
Undergraduate students in a Computing and Information Science (CIS) degree program who have completed from 15.0 to 17.5 course credits and have taken the CIS core courses required for Year 3. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500, 1 award of $300 |
Dr. Mary McLeish Scholarship [I0560] |
Provided by the Department of Computing and Information Science, these scholarships are awarded in the Fall semester to students in a Computing and Information Science degree program that achieved the highest and second highest averages in Year 1 Computing and Information Science core courses. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Department of Computing and Information Science
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Qualification(s): |
Undergraduate students in a Computing and Information Science (CIS) degree program who have completed from 5.0 to 7.5 course credits and have taken the CIS core courses required for Year 1. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500, 1 award of $300 |
Dr. Ted Swart Scholarship [I0561] |
Provided by the Department of Computing and Information Science, these scholarships are awarded in the Fall semester to students in a Computing and Information Science degree program that achieved the highest and second highest averages in Year 2 Computing and Information Science core courses. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Department of Computing and Information Science
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Qualification(s): |
Undergraduate students in a Computing and Information Science (CIS) degree program who have completed from 10.0 to 12.5 course credits and have taken the CIS core courses required for Year 2. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500, 1 award of $300 |
E.B. MacNaughton Convocation Prize [C0171] |
Established by the College of Physical and Engineering Science to honour Earl B. MacNaughton, former head of the Department of Physics and founding Dean of the College of Physical Science. Application not required. One award of a plaque-mounted medal and $250. |
Donor(s): |
The College of Physical and Engineering Science
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Qualification(s): |
The College of Physical and Engineering Science nominee for the Winegard Medal. |
Amount: |
1 award of $250, 1 Plaque-mounted medal |
Egelstaff Scholarship [I0397] |
In honour of University Professor Emeritus and former Chair of the Department of Physics, Peter A. Egelstaff. Awarded in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed 12.5 course credits, is currently registered in one of the majors in Physics and has a high cumulative average (of at least 80%) in the required Physics courses normally taken in Years 2 & 3 of the major. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Ellen Nilsen Memorial Award [I0047] |
Offered by the friends of Ellen Nilsen. Apply to the Director of the Collaborative International Development Studies Programme, Rm 702 MacKinnon Building, by October 7. |
Donor(s): |
The Friends of Ellen Nilsen
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Qualification(s): |
Academically outstanding woman from a developing country who is registered at the University of Guelph in an undergraduate or a graduate program and who has demonstrated a commitment to social change. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,500 |
Evelyn Matheson Pepper Memorial Scholarship [I0538] |
The daughters and grandchildren of Evelyn Matheson Pepper, a Mac '33 graduate, provide this scholarship. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Ms. Barbara Stuart and Ms. Susan Pepper
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Qualification(s): |
Student who achieves the highest grade in the course FRHD*3200, Practicum in Child, Youth and Family I, offered by the department of FRAN. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Firmenich of Canada Millenium Scholarship in Food Science [I0466] |
Established by Firmenich Canada Limited, a food ingredient company. Apply to Student Financial Services including a covering letter outlining eligibility and related experiences by April 1 |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student majoring in Food Science who has completed 10.00 credits and has a minimum cumulative average of 75%. Eligible students must have demonstrated creativity in the Food Science classes and have made a significant contribution to the department, the University and the Guelph community through extracurricular activities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Fisher Scientific Scholarship in Biochemistry [I0600] |
Selection will be based on high academic achievement. The recipient shall not concurrently hold another award of $1,000 or more in value. A student may be considered for this award only once. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Students enrolled in the Biochemistry Honours program or the Biochemistry Co-op program who have completed a minimum of 7.5 credits up to a maximum of 9.75 credits at the end of the fall semester. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Floyd Roadhouse Prize in Analytical Chemistry [I0247] |
Presented in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Colleagues, students and friends of Professor F.E.B. Roadhouse
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Qualification(s): |
Student with the highest grade in CHEM*2400 Analytical Chemistry I in the previous calendar year, who is continuing in an honours major program administered by the Department of Chemistry. In the event of a tie, laboratory performance will be considered. |
Amount: |
1 award of $200 |
Francis E. Chase Memorial Scholarship [I0055] |
Awarded in the Fall semester. The award will be made on the basis of academic standing, leadership in extracurricular activities. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed semesters 4 or 6 of the B.Sc. program majoring in Food Science. |
Amount: |
1 award of $450 |
Frank and Gertraude Hurnik Scholarship [I0455] |
Provided by Dr. Frank Hurnik, Professor Emeritus, and faculty member in Animal and Poultry Science from 1971 to 1997. Dr. Hurnik initiated work in behavioral studies and animal welfare at Guelph, developed the first course in Animal Welfare, and was co-founder and editor of the Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Ethics. Apply by letter to the Chair, Animal and Poultry Science, by February 1 outlining details of the project or meeting. The award will be given to the student who has the best presentation, paper or project. Preference is given to Graduate students. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
O.A.C. undergraduate or graduate students who are associated with the department of Animal & Poultry Science and who undertake a project or attend a conference/scientific meeting or publish a paper in animal welfare or agricultural ethics may apply. A minimum of an "A" standing for in the last two semesters is required. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Fred Ramprashad Scholarship [I0474] |
Established through the direction of the College of Biological Science alumni to honour Professor Fred Ramprashad for his commitment to the college and to the athletic programs at Guelph. The award will recognize the student that best demonstrates the combination of academic excellence and participation in intercollegiate athletics. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The C.B.S. Alumni, 'Annual Donation'
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Qualification(s): |
C.B.S. student with a high academic standing who has been nominated by the Department of Athletics Award Committee. The recipient should have achieved a minimum of 80% in the previous Winter and Fall semesters, which the CIAU recognizes as Academic-All-Canadian status, and made an exemplary contribution to the team(s). |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000, and a Medal |
Gaskin Medal in Marine and Freshwater Biology [C0432] |
Established to honour Dr. David Gaskin, professor in the former Department of Zoology from 1968 - 1998, for his contribution to this field. Application not required. One award of a medal and a maximum of $500. |
Donor(s): |
Department of Integrative Biology
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Qualification(s): |
The student who graduates at the completion of the Winter semester, or during the previous Fall or Spring semesters with the highest cumulative average in the Department of Integrative Biology's Marine and Freshwater Biology major. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500, 1 Medal |
George A. Farley Scholarship [I0099] |
Established in memory of George A. Farley, a chemistry graduate of the Class O.A.C.'33, and presented in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student enrolled in a Co-op program administered by the Department of Chemistry and who has completed their second work term within the preceding calendar year. Work term reports, work term assessments and course grades will be considered. The student must have a cumulative average of at least 80%. |
Amount: |
1 award of $250 |
George A. Gray O.A.C. '51 Varsity Scholarships [I0487] |
Established in memory of George Gray, O.A.C. '51, a Guelph football lineman and a great player of the game. Apply to Student Financial Services by October 7 providing a covering letter describing on- and off-campus academic and extra-curricular activities and a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.). Awarded at the annual Athletics Banquet. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Undergraduate degree or diploma students who are members of varsity teams and in the second, third, fourth or fifth year of full-time study with a minimum 70% average in all courses completed in the previous year of study and have demonstrated leadership. Selection will include equally weighted consideration of academic performance, leadership and financial need. Preference will be given to members of the varsity football team. Examples of leadership may include academic tutoring, mentoring team mates, assisting in the organization and promotion of varsity and/or intramural athletics, participation on university committees, such as in residences, on Senate or in Colleges, and similar off-campus activities. Students may receive the award up to four times. |
Amount: |
2 awards of $1,250 |
George I. Christie Scholarship [C0347] |
The late George I. Christie, president of O.A.C. from 1928 to 1945, established a trust fund to provide this annual scholarship for graduate work. Applications approved by the Chair, Department of Animal and Poultry Science, should be submitted to the O.A.C. Dean's office by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
Trust Fund (late President George I. Christie)
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Qualification(s): |
Awarded to a student graduating with high standing in an animal and poultry science courses who proposes to pursue graduate studies in animal science at any institution of his/her choice. |
Amount: |
1 award of $800 |
GIBCO/BRL Microbiology Research Excellence Award [C0297] |
This award is funded by an endowment provided by the GIBCO/BRL Enzyme Freezer Program. Nominations from Faculty supervisors should be submitted to the Chair of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology between April 15 and April 30 of each year. |
Donor(s): |
Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology and the GIBCO/BRL Enzyme Freezer Program
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Qualification(s): |
Undergraduate student who has produced and presented the best all round research project in MICR*4310 and/or MICR*4320 Research Project I and/or II in Microbiology. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
GlobalTox Award for Academic Excellence [I0135] |
GlobalTox International Consultants Inc. offers this award. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
GlobaTox International Consultants Inc.
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Qualification(s): |
Student who is registered in the honours toxicology program and has the highest grade in Principles of Toxicology (TOX*2000). |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Gonder Family Centre for Students with Disabilities Volunteer Award [I0563] |
In recognition of the many students who volunteer their time and talents to assist their colleagues registered with the Centre for Students with Disabilities (CSD) and to encourage others to do so, Dr. John and Mrs. Katherine Gonder provide this award to a student who has volunteered in the CSD. The award will be made on the basis of the volunteer activities undertaken by the student at the CSD, one letter of reference, and a personal statement that outlines the time commitment and types of volunteer activities undertaken as well as an indication of how this was a valuable and rewarding volunteer experience. Apply by January 15th to the CSD (c/o Advisor to Students with Disabilities) by submitting above documentation. |
Donor(s): |
Dr. John and Mrs. Katherine Gonder
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Qualification(s): |
All students registered in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences (CSAHS) that have completed between 10.0 and 15.0 course credits with a minimum 70% cumulative average, and have been involved as volunteers with the CSD. |
Amount: |
1 award of $900 |
Gonder Family Scholarship [I0580] |
Established in recognition of the diversity of student abilities and the varying challenges of undergraduate study. The recipient will be chosen on the basis of academic achievement with a preference to students enrolled in any CSAHS major of the B.Comm. program. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Dr. John and Mrs. Katherine Gonder
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Qualification(s): |
All students in the CSAHS who have completed between 10.0 and 15.0 course credits with a minimum 70% cumulative average, and who have been identified with a learning disability through the University of Guelph's Centre for Students with Disabilities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $900 |
Governor General's Medal [C0044] |
Established by the Office of the Governor General of Canada. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Restricted to those undergraduate students in any degree program who are graduating in June, or who have graduated in the previous two convocations, with the highest cumulative average. |
Amount: |
1 Silver medal |
Greg Muir Memorial Scholarship [I0196] |
The Greig Muir Memorial Scholarship is awarded by Champlain Industries of Stanbridge Station, Quebec, to a Food Science student in the B.Sc. program. Preference will be given to students entering semester 3 who are from the Province of Quebec. If there is no candidate in semester 3 from the Province of Quebec a candidate will be sought from semester 5. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
Champlain Industries Ltd.
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Qualification(s): |
B.Sc. Food Science students on the basis of academic standing and participation in extracurricular activities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Guelph Soap Company Scholarship [I0288] |
The Guelph Soap Company donates this scholarship towards tuition fees, which is awarded in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Tricorp Chemical Specialities
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Qualification(s): |
Student enrolled in the organic chemistry courses CHEM*3750 and CHEM*3760 during the previous calendar year who has obtained the highest average in one Biochemistry course and two Organic Chemistry courses, and who is continuing in an honours major program administered by the Department of Chemistry. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,200 |
H. Boyd Scholarship [I0335] |
Established by the friends of Professor W.H. Boyd. Application not required. Awarded in the Winter semester. |
Donor(s): |
Douglas L. Woolley, M.D. & B.Sc. Alumni Association
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Qualification(s): |
Student enrolled in the Human Kinetics major who has completed Human Anatomy and who has made leadership contributions to the University or outside community. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
H.O. Shackleton Memorial Scholarship [C0255] |
Interested students should apply to the Chair of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology by April 1, in order to be considered for this scholarship. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student graduating in the B.Sc. Microbiology (major or minor) and planning to pursue graduate studies in Microbiology at a recognized University. The recipient will be selected by the Awards Committee of the College of Biological Science on the basis of the highest cumulative average grade amongst applicants who have not won a major scholarship (such as a NSERC or Ontario Government). Nomination will be made by the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the end of the Winter semester. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Highdale Farms Scholarship [I0348] |
Apply to Student Financial Services, by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Two awards are available for students in semesters 3 through 6 with at least a 75% cumulative average and whose primary area of study is related to the natural sciences. The first award is based on academic proficiency. The second award is based on academic proficiency and demonstrated leadership with preference given to students from Ottawa-Carleton, Dundas-Glengarry-Stormont, Grenville, Lanark, Prescott-Russell and Renfrew counties. |
Amount: |
2 awards of $2,500 |
HK/HB Alumni Association Graduation Prize [C0452] |
Provided by the HK/HB Alumni Association. Awarded in the Spring semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The HK/HB Alumni Association
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Qualification(s): |
Student graduating from the Human Kinetics major in the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences, with at least a B cumulative average. Selection by the College of Biological Science, on the recommendation of the departmental awards committee. The award recognizes a student who has contributed and provided leadership to the academic, administrative and social life of the department and the university, including academic activities (department/college committees, senate etc.), intramural and varsity athletics, support and assistance with class, college and university activities (such as HK/HB Symposium, College Royal etc.). Nominations from faculty and students are submitted to the department by February 1st each year for students graduating in the subsequent June convocation or for students who graduated in the previous February or October convocations. Nominators should provide a two page summary of why they are nominating the candidate. |
Amount: |
1 award of $250 |
Honours Biochemistry Scholarship [I0128] |
This scholarship is donated by the faculty of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology through their scholarship trust fund and is awarded annually in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology
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Qualification(s): |
The student enrolled in the Biochemistry Honours program or the Biochemistry Co-op program that has completed a minimum of 10.0 credits with the highest cumulative average. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Honours Chemistry Scholarship [I0129] |
This scholarship is donated by the faculty of the Department of Chemistry through their scholarship trust fund and is awarded annually in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Faculty of the Department of Chemistry
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Qualification(s): |
Student who is enrolled in the B.Sc. honours Chemistry program who completed semester 4 in the previous calendar year, and has achieved the highest cumulative average over four semesters, providing that at least 3.00 credits offered by the Department of Chemistry have been taken. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Hugh Branion Memorial Scholarship [I0033] |
The scholarship will be awarded on the recommendation of the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences, based on academic achievement in the first 7 semesters. This scholarship is not tenable with the Brian L. Walker Memorial Scholarship. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Friends of Dr. Hugh Branion
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Qualification(s): |
Student registered in semester level 8 in B.Sc. Nutritional and Nutraceutical Sciences major in the winter semester. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
International Undergraduate Scholarship [I0577] |
Established through a student referendum approved by the undergraduate student body, to recognize international students' academic merit along with involvement/leadership activities during their enrollment at the University of Guelph. Financial need will be considered only in the event of a tie. Apply to Student Financial Services, by April 1, with a letter indicating involvement/extracurricular activity since entry to the University, two academic and/or professional references, and a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) for International Students form. This award can only be held once by the student. |
Donor(s): |
International Student Organization (ISO)
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time International students (defined as those paying full international student tuition without exemption), who have completed at least 4.0 course credits from the University of Guelph with a minimum cumulative average of 75%, and is registered at the time of application. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Isabella Anderson Conway Scholarship [I0286] |
Awarded to the student who has achieved the highest combined average in the courses NUTR*3210 Fundamentals of Nutrition and BIOC*2580 Introductory Biochemistry. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Mr. Charles Abbott Conway
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Qualification(s): |
Students registered in a major offered by the department of Nutrition and Nutraceutical Sciences that has completed a minimum of 12.5 credits but no more than 15.0 credits. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
J.B. Reynolds Graduation Medal in Physics [C0399] |
This medal is awarded to a graduating student in the Spring semester or the previous Fall or Winter Semesters. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed semester 8 of any of the majors in Physics and who has obtained the highest cumulative average in the required Physics courses of that program, normally taken in semester 5 to 8. |
Amount: |
1 Medal |
J.D. Cunningham Industrial Scholarship [I0287] |
Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Awarded to a student with a minimum cumulative average of 75% who has completed semester 6 in Food Science. Work experience in industrial microbiology, participation in extracurricular activities and demonstrated leadership skills are also considered. |
Amount: |
1 award of $900 |
J.L. Campbell Scholarship [I0479] |
Established in honour of J.L. (Iain) Campbell, former Provost and Vice-President (Academic), of the University of Guelph from 1995 to 2000 and former Dean of the College of Physical and Engineering Science from 1987 to 1995. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Family, friends and colleagues of J.L. Campbell
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Qualification(s): |
Student who is currently registered in one of the majors in Physics and who has completed at least 12.50 credits, with a high cumulative average (at least 80%) in the required Physics courses normally taken in Year 2 and 3 of the major. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
J.M. Christie Prize [C0213] |
Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Graduating student in the Food Science major of the B.Sc. program with the highest academic standing throughout eight semester levels. |
Amount: |
1 Plaque |
Jack K. Barclay Physiology Scholarship [I0491] |
Established in honour of Professor J.K. Barclay, Director of the School of Human Health from 1989-1991. He was the first chair of the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences from 1996-2001 and was involved in creating, teaching and implementing HK 3940 Human Physiology. Apply by February 1st to the Chair, Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences, with a letter outlining leadership contributions to the University and the community. Awarded in the Winter semester. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time undergraduate student enrolled in a major within the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences, who has completed HK*3940, Human Physiology with a minimum 70% average and who has made leadership contributions to the University or the outside community. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
James L. Hunt Scholarship [I0603] |
Established on honour of Professor Emeritus James L. Hunt, Medal of Merit recipient. The recipient will have achieved the highest cumulative average over 80%. This award cannot be held with any other awards offered by the Department of Physics. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Students registered in any major offered by the Department of Physics that have completed 10.0 credits and have achieved a minimum 80% cumulative average. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,500 |
James L. Mottin Award for Academic and Extracurricular Excellence [C0344] |
Provided by the Department of Psychology to recognize its nominee for the Winegard Medal. Apply to the Department of Psychology Undergraduate Academic Counsellor by January 15th, including a list of extracurricular activities. |
Donor(s): |
The Department of Psychology
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Qualification(s): |
Student must be enrolled in the B.A. Honours program or the honours specialization in the B.Sc. program majoring in Psychology. The recipient will be selected on the basis of high academic achievement and extracurricular involvement. |
Amount: |
1 award of $200 |
Jean Carter Memorial Gerontology Scholarship [I0488] |
Established by the family and friends of Jean Carter, a Mac' 38 graduate who was actively involved in the life of the College and the University. Apply by letter to the CSAHS Undergraduate Awards Committee, Dean's Office by April 1st, including a statement that outlines the student's experience working with the elderly in a volunteer capacity as well as extracurricular involvement the student may have and two letters of reference, one of which should be from someone who can speak to the student's volunteer experiences with the elderly, while the other should comment on the extracurricular activities of the student. |
Donor(s): |
Mr. Robert N. Carter and Family
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Qualification(s): |
Undergraduate student in the CSAHS who has completed at least 10.0 credits with a minimum 70% cumulative average and has made a significant contribution to the care of the elderly. Preference will be given to students in the BASc program majoring in Gerontology. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Jim Stokman Memorial Scholarship [I0386] |
Mrs. Stokman and family, including her sons Nick (O.A.C.'77) and Andrew (O.A.C.'84) have established this award in memory of her husband and their father to recognize his lifetime contribution to the family farm. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Available to O.A.C. students who have completed 5.0 credits with at least 'B' average in one of the following programs: B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Comm., B.Sc.or B.Sc.(Env.). Students must have come from a rural background and have demonstrated community/student involvement both during high school and the first two semesters of University. |
Amount: |
1 award of $600 |
John A. Archibald Memorial Scholarship [I0014] |
Awarded in memory of John A. Archibald, former Director of the Horticultural Research Institute of Ontario. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
The friends and associates of the late John A. Archibald
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Qualification(s): |
Outstanding student with an interest in courses in the Department of Land Resource Science who has completed semester 6. The recipient will be chosen on the basis both of high academic standing and participation in extracurricular activities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,200 |
John Eccles Scholarship [I0093] |
Nominations, accompanied by appropriate resumes, are to be submitted to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time student registered in semester 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 and living in residence in the Winter semester who has a cumulative 80% average or who is in the top 10% of his/her program. The recipient must have demonstrated responsibility and leadership qualities through participation in residence related activities. Residence Life Staff and paid members of Interhall Council and Hall Councils are not eligible. |
Amount: |
1 award of $600 |
John T. Powell Scholarship [I0237] |
Apply to the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences (H.H.N.S.) main office by February 15 with a letter outlining participation in extra-curricular on campus activity and contributions made to the annual HHNS Symposium at the organizational and/or operational level. |
Donor(s): |
Human Kinetics Alumni Association
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time students enrolled in any honours program within the Department of H.H.N.S. with a minimum 10.0 credits and a minimum cumulative average of 70% and has participated in the H.H.N.S. Symposium and other on-campus extra-curricular activities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Kae and Gordon Skinner Memorial Scholarship [C0258] |
Provided by the late Kae Stalker Skinner (Mac '30) and Gordon Skinner (O.A.C.'24), former Registrar of the Ontario Institute of Agrologists. Consideration will be given to participation in the Student Branch of the Ontario Institute of Agrologists. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
The estates of the late Mr. and Mrs. A.G. Skinner
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Qualification(s): |
O.A.C. student graduating from the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.SC., or B.Comm. programs who has made a significant contribution to developing an understanding of the profession of agrology among fellow students. |
Amount: |
1 award of $750 |
Kenneth James Berg Memorial Scholarship [I0370] |
Established by Friends and Family in memory of Ken Berg, a 1982 C.B.S. Microbiology alumnus. The focus of this award reflects Ken's success in applied education in the work force. Nomination by the Microbiology Co-op Program Committee. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Family and friends of Ken Berg
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Qualification(s): |
Students registered in the Microbiology co-op program in the C.B.S. who have completed all aspects of the third co-op work term. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Kenneth W. Hammond Award [I0045] |
The evaluation of the student will be based on the final essay in the "Environmental Perspectives and Human Choice: 5000 Days" course. The selection committee will be comprised of 4 persons: the donor, the Director of the Arboretum, the Dean of Physical and Engineering Science and the Dean of Biological Science. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student who has best demonstrated an understanding of the world's resource situation and its proper use by humankind. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Kip Hunter Prize [I0139] |
For the best essay, written by an undergraduate in a philosophy course. The essay may be either a required assignment for a course (in which case either the student or the instructor may submit it) or it may be specially prepared for the competition. Submission of essays is to the Chair, Department of Philosophy, by the end of the 12th week of the Winter semester. |
Donor(s): |
Faculty, students and staff of the Philosophy Department
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Qualification(s): |
Any undergraduate who has registered for a philosophy course during the academic year in which the prize is awarded. |
Amount: |
1 Book prize |
Lambda Foundation Scholarship in LBGT Studies [I0591] |
This award is provided to encourage research on the subject of lesbian, bisexual, gay and transgendered (LBGT) peoples. The scholarship is based upon areas of research pertaining to the history, contributions, and issues by or about LBGT peoples. Preference will be given to an applicant who is involved in the LBGT community as demonstrated by a record of volunteer activities, active civil society memberships, or as attested by a letter of recommendation from a community group, or evidenced by related previous academic pursuits. This scholarship may be awarded to a given student only once. Projects must have been completed or research proposals accepted within the past calendar year. Apply to the Dean of Arts by December 15th including the research proposal or completed project, curriculum vitae, and any supporting letters referencing involvement in the LBGT community and/or faculty support. |
Donor(s): |
Lambda Foundation and other donors
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Qualification(s): |
Students enrolled in a program with a thesis, a research essay, independent research project or course work programs pertaining to lesbian, bisexual, gay and transgendered (LBGT) studies, as broadly defined by the applicant. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Land Resource Science Academic Scholarship [C0425] |
Provided by the Land Resource Science Endowment fund. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Provided by the Land Resource Science Endowment Fund
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Qualification(s): |
Student graduating from any major in the department with the highest cumulative average. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Land Resource Science Achievement Scholarship [C0426] |
Provided by the Land Resource Science Endowment fund. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
Provided by the Land Resource Science Endowment Fund
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Qualification(s): |
Student graduating from any major in the department with a minimum cumulative average of 70%. Preference will be given to students contributing to student life on campus and/or community activities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Lange and Prokipcak Chemistry Scholarship [I0528] |
This scholarship was established by Professor Gordon L. Lange, Professor Joe M. Prokipcak, friends and colleagues. Professors Gordon L. Lange and Joe M. Prokipcak were valued members of the chemistry Faculty who retired in 2001. Their excellence in teaching was recognized within the university and nationwide, winning them a total of eleven teaching awards. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Professor Gordon L. Lange, Professor Joe M. Prokipcak and friends and colleagues
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Qualification(s): |
Student in C.P.E.S. with the highest average grade in CHEM*1040,1050 and 2700 who has completed a minimum of 10.0 credits up to a maximum of 14.75 credits. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Leibniz/Newton Scholarship [I0156] |
Established in honour of two founding fathers of calculus. Awarded in the Fall semester. Not tenable with the T.D. Newton Memorial Scholarship. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics
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Qualification(s): |
A second year student majoring in mathematics or statistics (i.e. one who has completed a minimum of 5 credits up to a maximum of 9.75 credits) who has a cumulative average of at least 80% and the highest grades over 80% in MATH*1200 and MATH*1210. A student may be considered for this award only once. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Leonard Conolly Exchange Student Scholarship [I0446] |
Established by students, faculty, staff and friends to honour Prof. Leonard Conolly, professor of drama, Chair of the Department of Drama, 1981-88, and Associate Vice-President Academic, 1988-1992. Apply to the Centre for International Programs by April 5, for visiting during the subsequent Fall or Winter semesters. |
Donor(s): |
Students, staff, faculty and friends of Dr. Leonard Connolly
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time visiting exchange undergraduate or graduate student, registered at Guelph for at least one semester, from any country in the South (a list of eligible countries and exchange partner universities is available in the Centre for International Programs). Selection, by the Centre for International Programs, will be based on assessment of (a) a one-page submission describing the significance of the student visiting Guelph to the program of study at the partner exchange university (b) two faculty references of one-page each, and (c) consistent high performance in the course work completed, as documented by a transcript of program grades to date, submitted by the home university. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Lionel Bradley Pett Scholarships [I0486] |
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Dr. Lionel Bradley Pett, an O.A.C.'30 alumnus, and a life-long contributor to nutritional sciences in Canada, to recognize academic excellence. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time B.Sc. students who have declared a major offered by the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences. The awards are allocated to the three students, with the highest cumulative averages, who have completed 5.0, 10.0 and 15.0 to 15.75 credits respectively. |
Amount: |
3 awards of $2,500 |
MacKenzie Scholarship [I0398] |
In honour of University Professor Emeritus Innes K. MacKenzie. Not tenable with the Egelstaff Scholarship. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Students who have completed 12.5 course credits and are currently registered in one of the majors in physics. It is given to a student with a high cumulative standing (of at least 80%) in the required physics courses normally taken in Years 2 & 3 of the major. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
MacNaughton Scholarship [I0422] |
Established by Earl B. MacNaughton, former head of the Department of Physics and founding Dean of the College of Physical Science. Awarded in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed semester 5 and is currently registered in one of the majors in Physics and has a high cumulative average (at least 80%) in the required Physics courses normally taken in semesters 3, 4 and 5 of the major. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Mae McEwen Memorial Scholarship [I0185] |
Apply to Student Financial Services, by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed semester 6 of the Environmental Biology major in the B.Sc. or B.Sc (Env.) programs with a cumulative average of 80% or better. Participation in extra curricular activities related to environmental issues will be considered in determining the recipient. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,200 |
Maple Leaf Foods Inc. Shur-Gain Scholarship [I0307] |
Provided by Shur-Gain, a member of Maple Leaf Foods Inc. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Undergraduate in Animal Science or Animal Biology who has high academic standing during the first 4 semesters and is continuing in that program. Positive evidence of leadership and contribution to university and/or community life are also given strong consideration. |
Amount: |
1 award of $750 |
Marion McKenzie Prizes for Outstanding Achievement in History [I0470] |
These prizes have been established in memory of Marion McKenzie (1905-1994), a teacher who had a love of learning and a continuing curiosity about the world both past and present. These are awarded to the top student in each of the required core courses in the History program (HIST*1010, HIST*2450, HIST*2602). Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
The recipient for HIST*1010 must have completed no more than 5.0 credits; the recipient for HIST*2450, no more than 10.0 credits and be in the history program; and the recipient for HIST*2602, no more than 10.0 credits. |
Amount: |
3 awards of $250 |
Mathematics Graduation Prize [C0182] |
Awarded at Summer Convocation. Application not required. One award of $250 and a commemorative plaque. |
Donor(s): |
Faculty members, who will be anonymous, through the College of Physical Science and Engineering Expendable Scholarship Fund
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Qualification(s): |
The graduating student who has majored in mathematics and who in the past year has graduated from an honours degree program with the highest cumulative average over 80%. |
Amount: |
1 award of $250 |
McCormick Canada Inc. Food Science Scholarship [I0410] |
Provided by McCormick Canada Inc. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Awarded in the Winter semester. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Students in the B.Sc. Food Science major who have financial need. In-course students must have maintained at least a 70% cumulative average, while first semester students must have had a 70% average in high school science courses. Students may hold the award once unless there are no other eligible candidates in a subsequent year. |
Amount: |
1 award of $2,000 |
Michael DiGirolamo Scholarship [I0571] |
Established in memory of Michael DiGirolamo, a second year biology student, who passed away in 2004. Michael was very involved in student activities and was recruited as a TA in Italian Studies while at the University. Preference will be given to students with an active interest in language studies. Selection will be based on a combination of academic achievement and demonstrated active involvement in student activities. Apply by April 1 to the O.A.C. Awards Committee with a letter of no more than two pages outlining involvement in student life and active interest in language studies. |
Donor(s): |
Friends and family of Michael DiGirolamo
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Qualification(s): |
Students majoring in Animal Biology with a minimum cumulative average of B+, and a minimum 10.0 course credits completed. |
Amount: |
1000 awards of $1 |
Monroe Landon Memorial Scholarship [C0153] |
Preference will be given to a student residing in the region of Haldimand Norfolk. Apply by letter, with a transcript, to the Chair, Department of Integrative Biology by January 31indicating experience in the field of botany/conservation. |
Donor(s): |
The friends of Monroe Landon
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Qualification(s): |
Students that have completed a minimum of 17.0 credits in honours Plant Biology or Ecology with a minimum cumulative average of 70% and demonstrates an active interest in the conservation of native species and field research. |
Amount: |
1 award of $550 |
O.A.C. '55 Scholarships [I0064] |
Provided by the class of O.A.C. '55. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Students who are registered in any O.A.C. degree program or students enrolled in the B.Sc.(Eng.) program and have completed semester 4. Recipients will have made an outstanding contribution to College life through academic proficiency and participation in extracurricular activities and can be considered to have done the most for the College, for fellow students and in their personal development. Recipients must have a 70% minimum cumulative average. |
Amount: |
1 award of $2,000 |
O.A.C. Centennial Graduate Fellowships [C0209] |
The Ontario Agricultural College celebrated its 100th Anniversary in 1974. Many organizations and companies associated with the agricultural industry provided funds in conjunction with the Centennial activities. Funds have been established in perpetuity as a permanent commemoration of the Centennial of the College. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Students graduating from a degree program administered by the Ontario Agricultural College and who plan to pursue graduate studies in any department or school of the Ontario Agricultural College in the year of baccalaureate graduation are eligible for these fellowships. The fellowship will be based on academic achievement in semesters 7 and 8, as well as participation in extracurricular activities throughout the student's university career. |
Amount: |
2 awards of $2,200 |
O.A.C. Students' Federation Medal [C0217] |
Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Graduating student in an undergraduate degree program in a major in an O.A.C. department who has been an outstanding leader in student activities at the College level throughout his or her University career. |
Amount: |
1 Medal |
Ontario Dairy Council Scholarship [C0221] |
The Ontario Dairy Council offers this scholarship in honour of the late P. Bruce Scott. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Ontario Milk Distributors' Association
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Qualification(s): |
Student who shows proficiency in courses related to the market milk industry at the conclusion of the 8th semester level of the Food Science program. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Ontario Food Processors Association Scholarship [C0222] |
This award is offered by Ontario Food Processors' Association. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Ontario Food Processors' Association
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Qualification(s): |
Most outstanding student of the graduating class of Food Science major who has shown proficiency in courses related to food processing. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Ontario Food Protection Association Scholarship [I0223] |
Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
Ontario Food Protection Association
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Qualification(s): |
Student majoring in Food Science entering the 7th semester with a minimum cumulative standing of 70%. Priority will be given to students who have demonstrated academic proficiency in quality assurance, and who have participated in extra curricular activities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Oxford County Pork Producers Scholarship (Degree) [I0531] |
The Oxford County Pork Producers have made available this scholarship. Apply to O.A.C. Awards Committee by April 1 with a letter of up to two pages in length including information about leadership, community involvement and pork industry involvement. |
Donor(s): |
Oxford County Pork Producers
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Qualification(s): |
Any student who has completed a minimum of 5.0 credits in an O.A.C. degree program with a minimum cumulative average of 70%, pork production background or interest in pork production/industry, and demonstrated leadership and/or community involvement. Preference will be given to students from Oxford County or surrounding area. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Peter Mann Award for Embryology [I2032] |
Provided by colleagues and friends of Dr. Mann, a scholar and teacher of Embryology from 1954-1987. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Colleagues and friends of Dr. Mann
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Qualification(s): |
Student from any degree program completing the course BIOM*3040 (Biomedical Embryology), with the highest academic standing. |
Amount: |
1 award of a book prize (approx. value $100) |
Pharmacia & Upjohn Award in Microbiology [I0295] |
Offered in the Winter Semester by the Pharmacia Company of Canada. Not tenable with the Shutt Memorial Scholarship. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Pharmacia & Upjohn International Inc.
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Qualification(s): |
Student enrolled in the B.Sc. Microbiology major who has completed the 7th semester level with the highest cumulative average in those core courses offered by the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Priscilla and Stanford Reid Trust Prize [I0597] |
Established in honour the first chair of the History Department, Stanford Reid, and his wife, Priscilla Reid to acknowledge the best paper written about the history of Presbyterianism and/or the Reformed tradition. Apply, by April 1, with a copy of the paper and a covering letter including contact information to the Department of History Awards Chair. |
Donor(s): |
Priscilla and Stanford Reid Trust Fund
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Qualification(s): |
Any student submitting an essay on the history of Presbyterianism and/or Reformed tradition. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Psychology Core and Methodology Scholarship [I0345] |
Provided by the Department of Psychology. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The Department of Psychology
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Qualification(s): |
Student enrolled in the B.A. honours program or the honours specialization in the B.Sc. program majoring in Psychology who has completed PSYC*2010 and PSYC*2360 and the Psychology core course requirements. |
Amount: |
1 award of $200 |
Psychology Honours Thesis Prize [I0343] |
Provided by the Department of Psychology. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The Department of Psychology
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Qualification(s): |
Student enrolled in the B.A. honours program or the honours specialization in the B.Sc. program majoring in Psychology who has completed PSYC*4870 and PSYC*4880 and who submits the best Psychology honours thesis in the previous Fall, Summer or Winter semesters. The winning thesis is selected from nominations by thesis supervisors. |
Amount: |
1 award of $200 |
Psychology Senior Honours Prize [I0342] |
Provided by the Department of Psychology. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student enrolled in the BA Honours program or the honours specialization in the BSc program majoring in Psychology, having the highest cumulative specialization average after completing at least 15.0 course credits, including those prerequisite courses associated with the honours thesis PSYC*3370. Award may be held once only. |
Amount: |
1 award of $200 |
R.A. Fisher Statistics Scholarship [I0102] |
Established to honour one of the founding fathers of statistics. Awarded in the Fall semester. Not tenable with the Year 3 Statistics Scholarship. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Faculty, students and other affiliates of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics
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Qualification(s): |
Student majoring in statistics in year three (i.e. one who has completed a minimum of 10.00 credits up to a maximum of 14.75 credits) who has a cumulative average of at least 80% and the highest grades over 80% in STAT*2040 and STAT*2050 or equivalent. A student may be considered for this award once only. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
R.C. Moffatt Memorial Scholarship in Mathematics or Statistics [I0536] |
This scholarship was established by the Estate of Professor R.C. Moffatt. A student may be considered for this award in both third and fourth years. This award is not tenable with any other Department of Mathematics or Statistics scholarships . Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Estate of Professor R.C. Moffatt
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Qualification(s): |
Student in year 3 or 4 (i.e., who has completed a minimum of 10.0 credits up to a maximum of 19.75 credits) enrolled as a statistics or mathematics major. The recipient will be selected on the basis of a high cumulative average over 80%. |
Amount: |
1 award of $900 |
R.C. Moffatt Memorial Scholarship in Physics [I0535] |
This scholarship is awarded in the winter semester to the student with the highest cumulative average over 80%. This award is not tenable with any other Department of Physics scholarships . Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Estate of Professor R.C. Moffatt
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Qualification(s): |
Student who have completed a minimum of 10.0 credits up to a maximum of 19.75 credits and is enrolled in a physics major. |
Amount: |
1 award of $900 |
Robert Harcourt Scholarships [I0121] |
This fund was established by the late Mrs. R. Harcourt in honour of the late Dr. Robert Harcourt. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Established by the late Mrs. R. Harcourt in honour of the late Dr. Robert Harcourt
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Qualification(s): |
Students who have completed the 4th or 6th semester levels with an interest in courses in the Department of Land Resource Science. |
Amount: |
2 awards of $1,250 |
Robert Orr Lawson Second Year Microbiology In-course Scholarship [I0498] |
Provided through a generous bequest from the estate of Robert Orr Lawson with matching support from the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology to encourage study and research related to microbiology of foods. The scholarship is paid over three years in installments of $1,000. The second and third payments are contingent upon obtaining a minimum average of 77% over the previous two semesters of continued study in the major. Students who fail to qualify for a payment may re-qualify for the subsequent payment by obtaining a 77% or better average in the succeeding two academic semesters of full-time study. Apply to the Chair, Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology by April 1 if the intent is to continue the Microbiology major in the following September. |
Donor(s): |
Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology and the estate of the late Robert Orr Lawson
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Qualification(s): |
Student with a minimum 80% average in the B.Sc. program at the completion of the first two semesters of study who has declared a Microbiology major and has the highest cumulative average, providing that the average grade is 80% or greater for 5 credits. This scholarship may be held with any other awards, except the Microbiology Entrance Bursary, or any of the other Robert Orr Lawson Microbiology Scholarships. |
Amount: |
1 award of $3,000 |
Robert Orr Lawson Third Year Microbiology In-course Scholarship [I0499] |
Provided through a generous bequest from the estate of Robert Orr Lawson with matching support from the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology to encourage study and research related to microbiology of foods. The scholarship is paid over two years in installments of $1,000. The second payments is contingent upon obtaining a minimum average of 77% over the previous two semesters of continued full-time study (5 credits) in the major. Apply to the Chair, Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology by April 1 if the intent is to continue the Microbiology major in the following September. |
Donor(s): |
Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology and the estate of the late Robert Orr Lawson
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Qualification(s): |
Student with a minimum 80% average in the B.Sc. program at the completion of the first four semesters of full-time study (10 credits) who has declared a Microbiology major and has the highest cumulative average, providing that the average grade is 80% or greater. This scholarship may be held with any other awards, except the Microbiology Entrance Bursary, or any of the other Robert Orr Lawson Microbiology Scholarships. |
Amount: |
1 award of $2,000 |
Roche Award in Molecular Biology and Genetics [C0030] |
Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
The award will be given to the student with the highest cumulative average who convocated during the fall or winter semesters or will be convocating in the summer of the current academic year from the Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology and Genetics major. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Ronald Ko Scholarship [I0151] |
This scholarship represents income generated by a trust fund established by Dr. Ko. One annual award is presented in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Dr. Ronald Ko, Department of Integrative Biology, University of Hong Kong
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Qualification(s): |
Student with the highest grade in the Wild Life Parasitology course (ZOO*3010) in the Department of Integrative Biology, currently offered in the Fall semester. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Sharon Marshall Memorial Prize [C0448] |
Established by the family in memory of their daughter, Sharon Marshall, an undergraduate student from 1994-1997. Awarded by the College of Biological Science Awards Committee on the recommendation of the Plant Biology Council. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The family of Sharon Marshall
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Qualification(s): |
Student graduating in the Plant Biology major with the highest cumulative average. |
Amount: |
1 award of $100, 1 Plaque |
Shutt Memorial Scholarship [I0257] |
In honour of Professor D.B. Shutt and Dr. F.T. Shutt. Not tenable with the Upjohn Award. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Greta M. Shutt, B.Sc. (H.E.)
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Qualification(s): |
Awarded in the Winter semester to a student enrolled in the B.Sc. Microbiology major. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of the highest cumulative average achieved over the 6 semester levels of the program. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Smucker Foods of Canada Graduation Award [C0248] |
Apply to the Chair, Department of Food Science by April 1 with a letter, of not more than two pages, outlining your extracurricular activities and involvement in the university, college, and community. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Graduating student in the Food Science major with a minimum 85% cumulative average with participation in extracurricular and demonstrated leadership qualities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Smucker Foods of Canada Scholarship [I0363] |
Apply to the Chair, Department of Food Science by April 1 with a letter, of not more than two pages, outlining your extracurricular activities and involvement in the university, college, and community. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Students majoring in Food Science who have completed 10.0 credits with a minimum 85% cumulative average and a record of participation in extracurricular activities and demonstrated leadership qualities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Society of Chemical Industries Prizes in Biochemistry [C0478] |
Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Society of Chemical Industry
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Qualification(s): |
Students who have convocated from the Biochemistry Honours program or the Biochemistry Co-op program during the fall or winter semesters or will be convocating in the summer of the current academic year with the highest cumulative average. |
Amount: |
1 Gold Key |
Society of Chemical Industries Prizes in Chemistry/Applied Pharmaceutical Chemistry [C0333] |
Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Society of Chemical Industry
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Qualification(s): |
Students who obtain the highest standing in the final year in each of the B.Sc. honours major Chemistry and the B.Sc.(Tech.) honours major Applied Pharmaceutical Chemistry. |
Amount: |
2 Engraved plaques |
Society of Management Accountants of Ontario Scholarship [C0268] |
The scholarship will be awarded at summer convocation. Application not required. One award of $500 and a free course enrolment in the first complete CMA subject enrolled in the Society's program. |
Donor(s): |
Society of Management Accountants, Grand River Chapter
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time student graduating from B.Comm., B.A. (minor in Business Administration), or B.Sc. (minor in Business Administration), or B.Sc.(Agr.) (major in Agriculture Business or Food Agriculture and Resource Economics), programs. Student with the highest average in the 2 courses Financial Accounting AGEC*2220 and Intermediate Accounting AGEC*3330. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500, and a free course enrolment in the first complete CMA subject enrolled in the Society's program |
Statistics Graduation Prize [C0508] |
Awarded at Summer Convocation. Application not required. One award of $250 and a commemorative plaque. |
Donor(s): |
College of Physical and Engineering Science
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Qualification(s): |
The graduating student who has majored in statistics and who in the past year has graduated from an honours degree program with the highest cumulative average over 80%. |
Amount: |
1 award of $250, 1 Commemorative plaque |
Stephanie Wilken Volunteer Award [I0449] |
Established by the Wilken family in memory of Stephanie Wilken, BA 1995. Apply to Student Financial Services with letter indicating the kind and extent of volunteer activities at the Wellness Centre by October 1. Selection committee is the Senate Committee on Awards on the recommendation of the Student Wellness Educator at the Wellness Centre. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student registered in any undergraduate degree program, who has been a volunteer for at least two semesters at the Wellness Centre. The recipient will be selected on the basis of academic performance in all courses to date and volunteer work at the Wellness Centre. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Ted Newton Memorial Scholarship [I0198] |
Established in honour of Professor Ted Newton, the founding chair of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. Awarded in the Fall semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Family, friends and colleagues of Dr. T.D. (Ted) Newton
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Qualification(s): |
Student majoring in mathematics or statistics in year 2 (i.e. one who has completed a minimum of 5.0 credits up to a maximum of 9.75 credits) who has the highest average over 80% on a minimum of 4.0 credits in year 1 (i.e., while the first 4.0 to 4.75 credits are in progress. A student may be considered for this award once only. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,500 |
The Jack and Lillian MacDonald Scholarship [E0379] |
Family, friends, and colleagues of Lillian MacDonald and Dr. Jack MacDonald, Vice-President, Academic, of the University of Guelph from 1986 to 1995, have established a scholarship that recognizes their commitment to increasing the accessibility of post-secondary education to aboriginal persons. Apply by letter to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
Jack and Lillian MacDonald
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Qualification(s): |
In the first instance, the award will be given to an entering student coming from the Grand River Polytechnical Institute (GRPI) and who has received the highest cumulative average in the Native University Access Program. If there is no entering student in any one year, the scholarship will be awarded to the in-course student who is a graduate of the GRPI who has the highest cumulative average at the University. |
Amount: |
1 award of $900 |
Thomas H. Peters Scholarship [I0233] |
Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Friends and associates of Thomas H. Peters
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Qualification(s): |
Student in any academic program of the University who has completed courses in Land Reclamation (e.g. CROP*2280, SOIL*3200), with a minimum 10.0 credits completed. Applicants must have a minimum of 70% cumulative average and have demonstrated an interest and aptitude in the area of crops and land reclamation. |
Amount: |
1 award of $250 |
Tony Anthony Prize in Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy [I0282] |
In memory of the late E.H. Anthony, Professor in the former Department of Zoology, One award will be made for each semester in which the course is offered. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Tony Anthony Memorial Fund
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Qualification(s): |
Student who achieves the highest grade in course ZOO*2090, Vertebrate Structure and Function. |
Amount: |
1 award of $125 |
Toronto District Beekeeper's Association Scholarship [I0285] |
A scholarship is offered by the Toronto District Beekeepers Association in memory of the late Hugh McLeod, past chair of the Association. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
The recipient will have good academic standing, have participated in extracurricular activities, and demonstrated a keen interest in beekeeping. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
Tucker Scholarship for Women in Mathematics and Statistics [I0483] |
Established by Emma Tucker, B.Sc. Statistics, 1996, to encourage women in the study of Mathematics and Statistics. Apply by letter outlining activities and interest in the award to the Department of Mathematics and Statistics main office by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Female full-time mathematics or statistics major with a minimum cumulative average of 80% and completion of a minimum of 10.00 credits. Preference will be given to a student who has contributed to student life within the department. |
Amount: |
1 award of $500 |
United Steelworkers Local 4120 Scholarship [I0293] |
Apply to Student Financial Services, by January 31. |
Donor(s): |
United Steelworkers LU4120
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Qualification(s): |
Student who is a member or former member, or who is from the immediate family of a member of United Steelworkers LU 4120, and who is entering semester 2, 3, or 4 of a degree or diploma program in the Winter semester. If there is more than one eligible candidate, the award will go to the one who has attained the highest relative class standing in his or her previous full-time semester, provided that a minimum of 70% standing is obtained. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
Van Stralen and Van Der Hoeven Memorial Scholarship [I0296] |
Application will be made by nominations signed by 4 currently registered students forwarded to Student Financial Services by April 1. Presentations are made in the Fall semester. |
Donor(s): |
Mr. & Mrs. J. Van Stralen & family and Mr. & Mrs. Hans Van Der Hoeven & family
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Qualification(s): |
Students that have completed a minimum of 2.0 credits, but not more than 7.5 in the Winter term in any degree program who have obtained a minimum of 70% standing. Selection will be made on the basis of participation in university activities and in the student's home community as well as qualities of leadership, ambition and initiative. |
Amount: |
2 awards of $400 |
W. Harold Minshall Scholarship [I0451] |
Provided by Dr. W.H. Minshall (O.A.C.'33). Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1. |
Donor(s): |
O.A.C. Alumni Foundation on behalf of Dr. W.H. Minshall
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Qualification(s): |
O.A.C. students in the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Sc.(Env.) or B.Sc. degree programs who have completed semester level 6 are eligible. Interest and aptitude in crop protection, particularly in weed biology and management. Interest in crop protection and achievement in courses such as CROP*4240, ENVB*3030, ENVB*3210, ENVB*4100, and ENVB*4240 will be considered. Awarded on the basis of academic standing in the relevant courses and participation in extra curricular activities. |
Amount: |
1 award of $1,000 |
W.C. Winegard Medal [C0311] |
The W.C. Winegard Medal is the most prestigious graduating award of the University of Guelph. One student will be nominated by each College Awards Committee. The Senate Awards Committee will make the final selection and the medal will be awarded at Convocation in June. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The Board of Governors' of the University
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Qualification(s): |
Graduating student who excels both academically and in extracurricular activities. |
Amount: |
1 Gold medal |
W.N. Vaughan Medal [C0299] |
Prospective candidates will be nominated by Senators and the medal winner will be chosen by a committee selected by the Striking Committee. The medal will be awarded at Convocation in June. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Friends of Walter N. Vaughan
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Qualification(s): |
Student senator who has high academic standing and who has made a substantial contribution to student life and to the University, particularly through involvement in and commitment to Senate activities. |
Amount: |
1 Medal |
Wally Fraser Mathematics Scholarship [I0544] |
This scholarship is named in honour of Professor Wally Fraser, a founding member of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. A student may only be considered for this award once. Awarded in the Fall semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics and (retired) Professor Dixon More, C.P.E.S.
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Qualification(s): |
Third year student majoring in mathematics (i.e., one who has completed a minimum of 10.00 credits up to a maximum of 14.75 credits) who has a cumulative average of at least 80%, and the highest average over 80% in a minimum of 4.00 credits in year 2 (i.e, while earning 5.0 to 9.75 credits). |
Amount: |
1 award of $750 |
Waterloo-Wellington CA Association Award [I0367] |
Provided by the Waterloo-Wellington Chartered Accountant's Association. Awarded in the Winter semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Waterloo-Wellington Chartered Accountants Association
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Qualification(s): |
Student who achieves the highest academic standing in the course AGEC*3330, Intermediate Accounting. |
Amount: |
1 award of $100 |
William Furlong Scholarship in Microeconomics [I0582] |
The Department of Economics offers these scholarships in honour of Professor William Furlong, a long-term member of the Department of Economics and a leader in the scholarship of teaching principles of microeconomics, to the three students with the highest final grades in Introductory Microeconomics (ECON*1050) in the fall semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
Colleagues & Friends of Dr. William Furlong
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Qualification(s): |
Full-time students enrolled in Introductory Microeconomics (ECON*1050) |
Amount: |
3 awards of $200 |
Wilma Hollywood Memorial Scholarship [I0509] |
Established by the Department of Psychology, in honour of the late Wilma Hollywood, a long-serving staff member. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
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Qualification(s): |
Student majoring in Psychology in either the B.A. or B.Sc. program who has achieved the highest cumulative average in the core courses. |
Amount: |
1 award of $200 |
Year 3 Mathematics Scholarship [I0506] |
Awarded in the Fall semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics
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Qualification(s): |
Fourth year student majoring in mathematics (i.e,. one who has completed a minimum of 15.00 credits up to a maximum of 19.75 credits) who has a cumulative average of at least 80%, and the highest average over 80% in a minimum of 4.00 credits in year 3 (i.e., while earing 10.0 to 14.75 credits). A student may be considered for this award once only. |
Amount: |
1 award of $750 |
Year 3 Statistics Scholarship [I0507] |
Awarded in the Fall semester. Application not required. |
Donor(s): |
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics
|
Qualification(s): |
Fourth year student majoring in statistics (i.e,. one who has completed a minimum of 15.00 credits up to a maximum of 19.75 credits) who has a cumulative average of at least 80%, and the highest average over 80% in a minimum of 4.00 credits in year 3 (i.e., while earing 10.0 to 14.75 credits). A student may be considered for this award once only. |
Amount: |
1 award of $750 |
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