IX. Scholarships and Other Awards

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Bachelor of Commerce

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In-course Scholarships

Beth Park Memorial Scholarship [I0420]
The family and friends of Beth Park (FACS '79) have established a scholarship to foster talent in the area of product development and/or quality management. Apply to the Department of Marketing & Consumer Studies by April 1 with a resume and a 500-word statement documenting interest and experience in product development and/or quality management.
Donor(s):	Holt Renfrew
Qualification(s):	Students who have completed 15.0 credits in Marketing Management major in the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies with a minimum 75% average over the previous 5.0 credits and have demonstrated interest in product development or quality management.
Amount:	3 awards of $1,000

Bill Brohman Memorial Scholarship [I0533]
Established in memory of Bill Brohman, a founding partner of the firm who served on the University of Guelph Board of Governors from 1986-1992. The award winner will be chosen on the basis of academic achievement , involvement in extracurricular activities, and a demonstrated interest in a career in accountancy. Apply to the Dean, College of Management and Economics by April 1st, including a statement outlining your extracurricular involvement and interest in pursuing a career in accountancy.
Donor(s):	Robinson Lott & Brohman LLP
Qualification(s):	The award will be presented to a student enrolled in any of the majors of the B.Comm. program who have completed 10.0 to 15.0 course credits with a minimum 75% average.
Amount:	1 award of $1,500

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):	AMF Canada Ltd.
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):	D.J. Blackburn
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

BSI Management Systems Canada Scholarship [I0595]
Established for students that are interested in quality management. The recipient will be selected on the basis of high academic standing in Quality Management MCS*3010 and demonstrated interests in quality through research or employment in the field of quality management. Apply to the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies Awards Committee by April 1 with a letter of reference and a 500-word statement documenting the interests in quality.
Donor(s):	BSI Management Systems Canada Inc.
Qualification(s):	Students enrolled in a program offered by the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies and have taken Quality Management MCS*3010
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

C.W. Riley Prize [C0246]
The C.W. Riley Prize was established by a number of his friends and associates. Application not required.
Donor(s):	Friends and associates of C.W. Riley
Qualification(s):	Student who, on graduation from Food Agriculture and Resource Economics, Agricultural Business or Resource Economics and Rural Development major, attains the highest proficiency in the area subjects.
Amount:	1 award of $375

Cameron Hawkins and Associates Scholarship [I0568]
The recipient must have participated in extracurricular activities at the University of Guelph and have a strong interest in the foodservice industry. Apply by January 31 to the HTM Awards Committee using the standard HTM scholarship application form and include a statement of no more than 500 words describing your interest in the foodservice industry.
Donor(s):	Cameron Hawkins (HAFA '77)
Qualification(s):	Students in a major of the B.Comm. program offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who have completed at least 11.0 credits but no more than 14.5 with a minimum 70% average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters.
Amount:	1 award of $500

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)
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 Association of Agri-Retailers Scholarship [I0444]
Provided by the Canadian Association of Agri-Retailers. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.
Donor(s):	Canadian Association of Agri-Retailers
Qualification(s):	Student who has competed semesters 4, 5, or 6 in B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Comm., Agricultural Business major, with a minimum 70% average in the previous 2 semesters of full-time equivalent study, participated in extracurricular activities, and has an interest in the input supply industry in agriculture.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

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
Qualification(s):	Graduating student who has a minimum cumulative average of 77% in Financial Accounting BUS2220; Management Accounting BUS2230; and Intermediate Accounting BUS*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):	Station Manager, CFRU
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

Charles McGowan Memorial Prize [C0187]
Established in memory of the late Lieutenant Charles McGowan. Application not required.
Donor(s):	Charles McGowan Memorial Fund
Qualification(s):	Outstanding graduating student in an O.A.C. degree program.
Amount:	1 award of $300

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):	Year '51 O.A.C.
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:	5 awards of $2,000

Class of '67 O.A.C. Centennial Scholarship [I0067]
Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.
Donor(s):	Class of O.A.C. '67
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
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

Clayton and Dorothy Switzer Scholarships [I0276]
Apply by April 1 to Student Financial Services.
Donor(s):	Clayton and Dorothy Switzer
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

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
Qualification(s):	Student with the highest grade in course BUS*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

David F. Boyes Apiculture Scholarship [I0031]
Established in memory of David Boyes a technician in the Apiculture Field Laboratory. Application not required.
Donor(s):	The Apiculture Club
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

Dawn Morris Memorial Award [C0361]
Offered in memory of Dawn Morris, who spent 35 years in farm show business and was former Manager of the Canadian International Farm Equipment Show in Toronto. Students are encouraged to submit information on extracurricular activities to Student Financial Services, by April 1.
Donor(s):	The Family of Dawn Morris
Qualification(s):	Student who is graduating from the Agricultural Business major of the B.Comm. degree or the Food Agriculture and Resource Economics major in the B.Sc.(Agr.) degree with a minimum 'B+' average. Selection will be on the basis of relevant course work in agricultural marketing, extracurricular participation and employment activities.
Amount:	1 award of $1,500

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):	Board of Governors
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

Dorothy Shantz Memorial Scholarship - Fourth Year [I0256]
Established by the Canadian Hospitality Foundation. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form. Awarded in the Winter semester.
Donor(s):	Canadian Hospitality Foundation
Qualification(s):	Student registered in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who has completed at least 15.00 credits (normally in the eighth semester) with a minimum 70% cumulative average and who shows enthusiasm for the foodservice industry. The recipient must have demonstrated leadership ability by holding an executive position on a student organization of the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000, 1 Engraved Plaque

Dorothy Shantz Memorial Scholarship - Third Year [I0496]
Established by the Canadian Hospitality Foundation. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form. Awarded in the Winter semester.
Donor(s):	Canadian Hospitality Foundation
Qualification(s):	Student registered in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who has completed at least 11.00 credits but no more than 14.50 credits (normally in the sixth semester) with at least a 70% average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters and who shows enthusiasm for the foodservice industry. The recipient must have demonstrated leadership ability by holding an executive position on a student organization of the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000, 1 Engraved plaque

Dr. John E. Kean Scholarship [I0447]
Established by the Canadian Standards Association as a gift on the occasion of Dr. Kean's retirement as President and CEO of the Canadian Standards Association (now CSA International). Dr. Kean received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Guelph in 1997. Apply with a letter highlighting interest in management, consumer interests, and/or environmental considerations of Canadian business as well as leadership potential and a completed in-course award application form by April 1 to the Chair of the Department of Marketing & Consumer Studies Awards Committee.
Donor(s):	CSA International
Qualification(s):	Student with a minimum of 10.0 credits in the Marketing Management major of the B.Comm. program. Preference will be given to a co-op student.
Amount:	1 award of $500

E.D. Smith Scholarship in Food Service Administration [I0364]
Offered by E.D. Smith and Sons Ltd., a multi-faceted processor of foods. Apply to HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form and include a resume and statement of interest in the foodservice industry.
Donor(s):	E.D. Smith & Sons Ltd.
Qualification(s):	Student who has demonstrated an interest in the food service industry, has maintained a minimum of 'B' average and has completed 7.00 to 10.50 credits of a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of interest in foodservice operations and academic standing. Interest in the foodservice industry can be demonstrated by work experience or active membership in the Canadian Association of Foodservice Professionals (CAFP, formerly CFSEA).
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

Ellen Nilsen Memorial Scholarship [I0047]
Apply to the Director for International Development Studies with an unofficial summary, cv/resume, and a cover letter outlining how past experiences demonstrate a commitment to social change by January 30th. Preference will be given to a student registered in a Graduate program at the University of Guelph.
Donor(s):	The Friends of Ellen Nilsen
Qualification(s):	Registered academically outstanding female students from developing countries who have demonstrated a commitment to social change.
Amount:	1 award of $1,500

Frank Hughes Memorial Scholarship [I0552]
Pannell Kerr Forster (PKF) Consulting Inc. provides this award to a student in the B.Comm. program in any major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. The winner will be chosen on the basis of three criteria; 1) industry work experience; 2) academic achievement; and 3) extracurricular involvement. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31st using the standard HTM scholarship application form. Include a resume outlining relevant industry work experience and a detailed list of extracurricular involvement.
Donor(s):	Pannell Kerr Forster (PKF) Consulting Inc.
Qualification(s):	Full-time student B.Comm. program in any major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who has completed between 11.0 and 14.5 course credits.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

G.H. Mann Food Service Scholarship [I0174]
Preference will be given to a student who has contributed to the on going success of the Hospitality Services Department of the University. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 by using the standard HTM scholarship application form and include a statement of up to 500 words explaining interest in the foodservice industry.
Donor(s):	G.H. Mann Memorial Fund and M. Mann of Guelph
Qualification(s):	Student who is registered in semester 8 of the B.Comm. program, in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, and has a minimum cumulative average of 70%. In addition, the recipient will have an interest in, and have participated in, activities conducive to a career in the foodservice industry.
Amount:	1 award of $300

George D. Bedell Prize [C0352]
The HTM Students Council presents a plaque to a graduating student of the School in honour of George D. Bedell, the first director of the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. The HTM Awards Committee will conduct an election with the graduating class and select the recipient during the winter semester. Application not required.
Donor(s):	The HTM Students' Council
Qualification(s):	Student graduating from the B.Comm. program, in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who, in the minds of his or her fellow students, has demonstrated the outstanding leadership, versatility of interests and involvement in community affairs, both within and outside the School, that exemplifies the sense of professionalism to which the fourth year students have dedicated themselves.
Amount:	1 Plaque

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
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
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):	The Chancellery
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

Greater Toronto Hotel Association Scholarship [I0573]
Each January, the HTM Awards Committee will invite the students with the top five grades in the previous winter semester's offering of HTM*2100 to submit a statement of up to 500 words explaining their interest in the lodging industry. The recipient will be selected based on academic performance and the statement of interest.
Donor(s):	Greater Toronto Hotel Association
Qualification(s):	Students in a major of the B.Comm. degree program offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management and have completed HTM*2100 (Lodging Operations).
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

HAFA HTM Alumni Association Recognition of Achievement Prize [C0351]
Established by the School's Alumni Association in recognition of student involvement in the life of the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management and/or the University. Selection will be based on extracurricular activities. Apply by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form with a resume and detailed list of extracurricular activities to the HTM Awards Committee. The recipient will receive this award after graduation.
Donor(s):	The HAFA HTM Alumni Association
Qualification(s):	Awarded to a graduating student in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who has at least a 70% average.
Amount:	1 award of $200 and a framed certificate

HAFA HTM Alumni Association Scholarship [I0501]
Established by the School's Alumni Association in recognition of student involvement in the life of School of Hospitality and Tourism Management and/or the University. Apply by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form to the HTM Awards Committee.
Donor(s):	The HTM Alumni Association
Qualification(s):	Awarded to students registered in the B.Comm. program, in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. One scholarship will be awarded to a student who has completed at least 7.00 credits (but no more than 10.50 credits) and the second award will be given to a student who has completed at least 11.00 credits (but no more than 14.50 credits). Applicants must have at least a 70% average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters. The recipient must have participated in extracurricular activities at the University of Guelph.
Amount:	2 awards of $1,000

Heimbecker Award in Entrepreneurship [I0388]
The Heimbecker Award in Entrepreneurship has been established by the friends and associates of Herb Heimbecker, on his retirement as a Director of Goderich Elevators, to honour his contributions to the agri-food industry in Canada. Students should apply to Student Financial Services by April 1, including a resume and a letter highlighting their entrepreneurial skills and their aptitude and interest in business.
Donor(s):	The friends of Herb Heimbecker at Goderich Elevators
Qualification(s):	O.A.C. student in B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Comm., Agribusiness major, who have completed semester 6 are eligible. Students must have a minimum of a B standing (73%-76%) in their previous full-time year or equivalent [5.00] credits, have demonstrated entrepreneurial skills and display an aptitude and an interest in business.
Amount:	1 award of $1,300

Hospitality Financial & Technology Professionals Scholarship [I0610]
The H.F.T.P. is dedicated to advancing and supporting the professionalism of individuals working in the finance and technology fields of the hospitality industry. Preference will be given to students who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents. The recipient will be selected based on academic performance and extracurricular activities. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the HTM Awards Application and include a resume and a complete list of extracurricular activities.
Donor(s):	Hospitality Financial & Technology Professionals (H.F.T.P.)
Qualification(s):	Students registered in a major of the B.Comm. degree program offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who have completed at least 7.0 credits but no more than 10.5 credits with a minimum 75% in the last two full-time equivalent semesters.
Amount:	awards of $1,000

Hotel Human Resource Professionals Association of Greater Metropolitan Toronto Award [I0445]
Apply by January 31 to the HTM Awards Committee using the standard HTM scholarship application form including a resume and a report on the work experience or project.
Donor(s):	Hotel Human Resource Professionals of Greater Metropolitan Toronto
Qualification(s):	Student in the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who has at least a combined B+ average in the courses Organizational Behaviour I (HTM2200) and Human Resource Management (HTM3000). As well, the student must have either work experience in the human resource area, or have worked in the hospitality and tourism industry (and have successfully completed a human resource-related project either on the job or in the relevant course work).
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

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)
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

Janet M. Wardlaw Medal [C0096]
Established in honour of the many contributions of Dr. Janet M. Wardlaw, a former Dean of the College of Family and Consumer Studies. Application not required.
Donor(s):	Faculty, staff, alumni and students, formerly FACS
Qualification(s):	Presented to the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition's nominee for the Winegard Medal.
Amount:	1 Medal

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
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):	Mrs. Jim Stokman
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

Joan Doherty Memorial Graduate Scholarship [C0090]
A scholarship has been established in memory of Joan Doherty, Class of '78, by her family. An application, accompanied by a one-page written statement indicating the student's purpose, goals and objectives in pursuing graduate study, must be submitted to the Marketing & Consumer Studies Awards Committee Awards Committee by February 1.
Donor(s):	Mr. Thomas B. Doherty
Qualification(s):	Member of the graduating class in Marketing & Consumer Studies who will be continuing his or her education at the Master's or Doctoral degree level in a Canadian university. The scholarship recipient will be determined on the basis of academic promise as evidenced by undergraduate academic achievement. Should equally qualified students make application for the scholarship, preference will be given to previous winners of the Joan Doherty Memorial Scholarship.
Amount:	1 award of $2,000

Joan Doherty Memorial Scholarship [I0091]
The family of Joan Doherty, class of FACS '78, has established this scholarship in her memory. Apply by April 1 to the Department of Marketing & Consumer Studies Awards Committee, stating involvement in extra-curricular activities.
Donor(s):	Mr. Thomas B. Doherty
Qualification(s):	Students entering semesters 5, 6 or 7 of the Real Estate and Housing or Marketing Management majors of the B.Comm. program with a minimum cumulative average of 70% and who are active in extra-curricular activities.
Amount:	1 award of $2,000

John Deere Foundation of Canada Scholarship [I0516]
Established through the generosity of The John Deere Foundation of Canada to recognize academic excellence. Application not required.
Donor(s):	The John Deere Foundation of Canada
Qualification(s):	Student registered in the B.Sc.Agr (Food Agriculture and Resource Economics),B.Sc.(Agr.) Agronomy, B.A. (Food Agriculture and Resource Economics), or B.Comm (Agricultural Business) program who has completed a minimum of 15.0 credits. Selection will be based on the student with the highest cumulative average. A student may be receive this award once only.
Amount:	1 award of $2,000

John Eccles Scholarship [I0093]
Nominations, accompanied by appropriate resumes, are to be submitted to Student Financial Services by April 1.
Donor(s):	Student Housing Services
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 J. Campbell Memorial Scholarship [I0453]
Provided by the Food Service Purchasing Association of Canada (FPAC) in memory of John J. Campbell, former President of the Association. Apply by letter describing your interest in food service management, along with a Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.), to Student Financial Services by January 31.
Donor(s):	Food Services Purchasing Association of Canada
Qualification(s):	Students in the B.Comm. program in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, with demonstrated financial need, who have completed at least 7.0 credits but no more than 10.5 credits at the time of application, and have at least a 70% average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters. Preference will be given to students who have (1) an interest in food service management and (2) demonstrated financial need. Students must be registered full-time in the (winter) semester during which they receive the award.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

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
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

Katherine Fuller Scholarship [I0107]
Established in 1931 to honour Mrs. Katherine Fuller, the Superintendent of Macdonald Hall from 1904 until her retirement in 1931. Apply to the FRAN Undergraduate Awards Committee by April 1 with a one-page description of contributions to student activities. The award will be given to the student who has made the greatest contribution to student activities in residence or on campus.
Donor(s):	Mac-FACS-FRAN Alumni Association
Qualification(s):	Full-time students registered in a program offered by the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition, who have completed between 5.0 and 10.0 credits with a minimum cumulative average of 70%.
Amount:	1 award of $500

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):	Kenneth W. Hammond
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
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
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

Leo Lecours Memorial Award [I0542]
Lecours Wolfson, a Canadian hospitality management and chef recruitment firm, provides this scholarship in memory of Leo Lecours. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31, using the standard HTM scholarship application form. Include a 500-word statement on career goals and objectives. The faculty of the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management will also be invited to nominate deserving students and to provide information on the nominees. Nominees will be invited to submit the 500-word statement.
Donor(s):	Norman Wolfson
Qualification(s):	Student in the B.Comm. program, in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, who has made the greatest potential contribution to the School and/or the hospitality industry. Particular attention will be paid to those applicants and nominees who are keenly focused on and enthusiastic about a career in the hospitality industry.
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. 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.
Donor(s):	Students, staff, faculty and friends of Dr. Leonard Connolly
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).
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

Mac '41 Marketing Scholarship [I0214]
Application not required.
Donor(s):	Mac '42 c/o Association Director, annual Giving
Qualification(s):	B.Comm. student registered in the Marketing Management major who has completed the course "Economic Behaviour of Households (MCS3100). The recipient of the award will have received the highest grade in MCS3100 in the previous year.
Amount:	1 award of $300

Mac-FACS Alumni Association Scholarship - Marketing and Consumer Studies [I0523]
Awarded to the student with the highest cumulative average. Application not required.
Donor(s):	Mac-FACS-FRAN Alumni Association
Qualification(s):	Full-time students registered in the Department of Marketing & Consumer Studies who have completed between 5.0 and 10.0 credits with a minimum cumulative average of 80%.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

Mandarin Restaurant Scholarship [I0609]
This scholarship will be awarded to a student that demonstrates a continued interest in the food service industry. The recipient will be selected based on academic performance and the statement of interest. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the standard HTM Awards Application Form and include a statement of up to 500-words explaining your interest in the food service industry. Awarded in the winter semester.
Donor(s):	Mandarin Restaurant Franchise Corporation
Qualification(s):	Students in a major of the B.Comm. program offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who have completed at least 11.0 credits but no more than 14.5 credits with a minimum 75% in the last two full-time equivalent semesters.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

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 (HIST1010, HIST2450, HIST*2602). Application not required.
Donor(s):	TBA
Qualification(s):	The recipient for HIST1010 must have completed no more than 5.0 credits; the recipient for HIST2450, 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

O.A.C. '45 Public Speaking Awards [C0200]
Offered by the Class of '45 O.A.C., on the occasion of their 40th anniversary. Application not required.
Donor(s):	Year '45 O.A.C.
Qualification(s):	Graduating students in the B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Comm.(Agricultural Business) programs who have demonstrated proficiency in public speaking and communication.
Amount:	2 awards of $1,000

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):	O.A.C. '55
Qualification(s):	Students who are registered in any O.A.C. degree program or students enrolled in the B.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):	Dean, O.A.C.
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):	O.A.C.
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 Accommodation Association Scholarship [I0594]
The recipient will be selected based on academic performance and the statement of interest. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 by using the standard HTM. scholarship application form and include a statement of up to 500 words explaining your interest in the lodging industry.
Donor(s):	Ontario Accommodation Association
Qualification(s):	Students in a major of the B.Comm. degree program offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who have completed at least 11.0 credits but no more than 14.5 credits with a minimum 75% average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters.
Amount:	1 award of $500

Ontario Agricultural FS Cooperatives Scholarship [I0289]
The award may be held once only and is awarded to the student that demonstrates leadership abilities and have been involved in extracurricular activities, community services, or agricultural employment. Apply to the O.A.C. Dean's Office by April 1 with a letter of no more than two pages outlining extracurricular activities, community services, or agricultural employment.
Donor(s):	Growmark, Inc.
Qualification(s):	Students who have completed 7.5 course credits of the B.Sc.(Agr.) degree or B.Comm. (Agricultural Business) degree with a minimum cumulative average of 70%.
Amount:	2 awards of $800

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
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

Parks Canada and TIAC Sustainable Tourism Scholarship [I0567]
The recipient must have demonstrated leadership qualities and an entrepreneurial spirit. Preference will be given to a student who has demonstrated a keen interest in sustainable tourism and heritage (natural or cultural). Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form and include a statement of up to 500 words that addresses the criteria of this award.
Donor(s):	Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC)
Qualification(s):	Students in the Tourism Management major of the B.Comm. program who have completed at least 5.0 credits with a minimum 75% average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

PCMA Canada East Chapter Scholarship [I0590]
Apply using the standard HTM scholarship application to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 and include a resume and statement of up to 500 words describing involvement in PCMA.
Donor(s):	Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Canada East Chapter
Qualification(s):	Students in a major of the B.Comm. program offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management that has completed at least 10.5 credits with at least a 70% average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters and is involved with the PCMA Student Chapter at the University of Guelph or is a student member of the Canada East Chapter, PCMA Branch.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

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
Qualification(s):	Any student submitting an essay on the history of Presbyterianism and/or Reformed tradition.
Amount:	1 award of $500

Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) Scholarship [I0458]
This award has been established to promote the profession of purchasing and to encourage professional development in purchasing management. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form and include a statement of up to 500 words explaining what was learned in the course and how that knowledge was applied to the student's professional or personal life.
Donor(s):	Greater Wellington District Purchasing Management Association of Canada
Qualification(s):	Student in the B.Comm. program in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, who obtains a minimum 75% average in the previous winter's offering of HTM*2000 Hospitality and Tourism Purchasing Management.
Amount:	1 award of $750

Shirley Louie Memorial Scholarship [I0392]
Offered by the Canadian College and University Food Services Association (CCUFSA) to honour Shirley Louie, a long-time member. Apply by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form and provide a maximum 500-word statement on your reasons for interest in the foodservice industry, a resume and any information you think that the HTM Awards Committee should take into consideration.
Donor(s):	Canadian College and Universities Food Services Association
Qualification(s):	Student in their final year of a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, with a minimum 70% average and an interest in the food service industry.
Amount:	1 award of $250

Smart Serve Ontario Scholarships [I0550]
Established by Smart Serve Ontario, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the responsible service of alcohol. Application not required.
Donor(s):	Smart Serve Ontario
Qualification(s):	Students in the B.Comm. program in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who have completed between 6.0 and 8.0 course credits with the highest cumulative average and the Smart Serve certification program.
Amount:	2 awards of $675

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
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 BUS2220 and Intermediate Accounting BUS3330.
Amount:	1 award of $500, and a free course enrolment in the first complete CMA subject enrolled in the Society's program

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):	Bev and Darlene Wilken
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

T.K. Warley Agrifood Policy Prize [I0212]
Established by Prof. T.K. Warley, former Chair of the Department of Food Agriculture and Resource Economics and a faculty member of the Ontario Agricultural College from 1970 to 1991. Application not required.
Donor(s):	Professor T.K. Warley
Qualification(s):	Student providing the best term paper written on a public policy issue relating to the agrifood system or rural society in courses such as AGEC3030 Price and Production Analysis, AGEC4000 Agricultural and Food Policy, and AGEC*4720 Special Study in Food Agriculture and Resource Economics.
Amount:	1 award of $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
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
Qualification(s):	Student in any academic program of the University who has completed courses in Land Reclamation (e.g. CROP2280, SOIL3200), 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

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):	Mr. Jack Robinson
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

United Steelworkers Local 4120 Scholarship [I0293]
Apply to Student Financial Services, by January 31.
Donor(s):	United Steelworkers LU4120
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
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.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
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
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

Walter M. Stewart Scholarships [I0273]
Established and offered through the W.C. Macdonald Company of Montreal. Application not required.
Donor(s):	W.C. Macdonald Company
Qualification(s):	Students with the highest cumulative average in the Marketing Management or Real Estate and Housing majors of the B.Comm. program. Marketing and Consumer Studies major who are entering semester level 5, 6 or 7. Students may receive only one Walter M. Stewart Scholarship.
Amount:	2 awards of $400

Warren Jestin Scholarship in Canadian Economic Policy [I0557]
Dr. Warren Jestin, a B.A. and M.A. economics graduate of the University of Guelph and a member of the University's Board of Governors from 1997 to 2003, provides this award to a student registered in an honours degree in either the B.A program with a major in Economics or the B.Comm program with a major in Management Economics in Industry and Finance. The award winner will have achieved the highest cumulative average across all economics policy courses taken. Application not required.
Donor(s):	Warren Jestin
Qualification(s):	Full-time registered in BAH.ECON or BCOM.MEIF that has completed a minimum of two credits in the 3000 and 4000 level courses oriented towards economic policy, has achieved a minimum average of 80% in those courses, and has completed at least 15.0 credits towards their degree completion.
Amount:	1 award of $600

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
Qualification(s):	Student who achieves the highest academic standing in the course BUS*3330, Intermediate Accounting.
Amount:	1 award of $100

Westmont Hospitality Group Scholarship [I0126]
Awarded in the Winter semester. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 by using the standard HTM scholarship application form and include a resume and list of extracurricular activities including leadership roles.
Donor(s):	Westmont Hospitality Group
Qualification(s):	Student registered in the B.Comm. program in a major offered by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management who have completed a minimum of 17.5 credits. Academic achievement and participation in extracurricular activities including leadership roles will also considered.
Amount:	1 award of $900

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
Qualification(s):	Full-time students enrolled in Introductory Microeconomics (ECON*1050)
Amount:	3 awards of $200