IX. Scholarships and Other Awards

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Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

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In-course Travel Grants

A.W. Archibald Memorial Travel Grant [T4541]
Mr. A.W. Archibald, O.A.C. '33 with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, provide these travel grants to students who plan to travel for a semester abroad or to attend other schools outside of Canada for workshops or other academic related purposes. Apply to Student Financial Services with a letter outlining proposed travel plans and academic purpose accompanied by a letter of support from a faculty member or student advisor, a travel budget, and a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7. ACCESS AWARD.
Donor(s):	A.W. Archibald, O.A.C. '33
Qualification(s):	Undergraduate students in any O.A.C. program with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards).
Amount:	Several up to $1000

Aeroplan International Travel Grant [T0604]
Established to provide students with an airline ticket to international destinations served by Air Canada or its Star Alliance partners. Apply by submitting a Financial Need Assessment Form accompanied by the standard Travel Grant Application by June 1 for Fall travel, October 1 for winter travel, and February 1 for summer travel to Student Financial Services. Award is subject to the availability of Aeroplan miles and may not be available every year.
Donor(s):	Aeroplan
Qualification(s):	Full-time students with a minimum cumulative average of 70%, completion of a minimum of 5.0 credits and confirmed participation in University of Guelph travel activities related to their academic program. Preference will be given to students participating in the semester abroad or academic exchanges.
Amount:	1 plane ticket per each semster

Arthur D. Latornell Undergraduate Travel Grants [T0058]
An endowment fund established in memory of Arthur D. Latornell, O.A.C. '50, who had a life-long professional career in resource management and conservation and a special interest in helping young people. The funds are given to provide twenty-five travel grants. These travel grants are offered to assist students in attending conferences, courses, co-op student exchanges or study abroad programs in these areas. Students may receive this grant only once. Apply to Student Financial Services. Deadline dates are June 1 for Fall travel, October 1 for Winter travel, and February 1 for Summer travel. Up to 80% of estimated travel costs to a maximum of $1,000.
Donor(s):	The Estate of Arthur D. Latornell
Qualification(s):	Students in semester 3 and above. Students must have at least a 70% average and a primary area of interest related to natural resources management, environmental science, conservation, soil science and/or rural development. Students will be asked to submit a one-page review of their travel experience, including the role the travel grant played, to the University after completion of the travel.
Amount:	several up to a maximum of $1000

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show Travel Grants [T3536]
Established by Canada's Outdoor Farm Show and the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by February 1. The letter should outline the reasons for participating in the meeting, competition, etc., and include a brief statement of learning objectives and appropriate involvement in student activities. Upon successful return from travel opportunity, student(s) should be willing to present report to classmates and/or faculty. ACCESS AWARD
Donor(s):	Canada's Outdoor Farm Show
Qualification(s):	Undergraduate students in O.A.C. who have completed semester 4 in Agricultural Science or Agricultural Business or who have completed semester 2 of the Diploma in Agriculture program (Alfred, Guelph, Kemptville, Ridgetown).
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University in Jerusalem Travel Bursary [T4532]
The Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, have established these travel scholarships to assist students study at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Apply by letter with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by May 1. ACCESS AWARD. Up to three awards totalling $7500.
Donor(s):	Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University in Jerusalem
Qualification(s):	Undergraduate degree students in either the second or third year of study, Masters students in the first year of study, and Doctoral students in the first three years of study are eligible to be considered. Applicants must provide documentation that they have approval from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (i) to take courses and (ii) for the period of the visit. Students must also arrange appropriate University of Guelph approvals for a "Letter of Permission" prior to applying. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards).
Amount:	3 Awards with varying amounts

Charles and Betty Webster International Study Scholarships [T0575]
Established by Elizabeth Comper in memory of her parents, Charles Webster, O.A.C. '36 and Betty Webster. Submit a letter of no more than two pages outlining the intended international exchange or study abroad program, reasons for choosing the program and the anticipated benefits of participation in the program. Letters should also include a brief summary of extracurricular and student related activities. Letters of recommendation will also be considered as part of the application package. Selection will be based on the international study program benefit to individual applicant and leadership potential based on information submitted in the application. Apply to O.A.C. Awards office by April 1, no more than two semesters prior to the commencement of the travel program.
Donor(s):	Mrs. Elizabeth Comper
Qualification(s):	Students enrolled in B.Sc.(Agr) with a minimum 75% cumulative average who intend to participate in an international exchange program or semester abroad.
Amount:	1 award of $1,300

D & G Hart Travel Grant [T0601]
Douglas H., O.A.C. 1922, and George M., O.A.C. 1927, were long time supports of O.A.C. and believed greatly in the benefits that travel provided to an individual's personal and professional growth. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by April 1 with a letter of no more than two pages, outlining the intended study program/conference/or other type of travel opportunity, the reasons for choosing the travel program and the anticipated benefits of participation. Letters of recommendation will be considered as part of the application package. This award cannot be held with any other University of Guelph Travel Grant.
Donor(s):	Family of Douglas and George Hart
Qualification(s):	Students currently enrolled in any O.A.C program with a minimum 70% cumulative average who intend to participate in travel related to course study.
Amount:	1 award of up to awards of $1,000

Frank E. Wolff International Scholarships [T0313]
The late Frank E. Wolff was a faculty member and a graduate of O.A.C. He was active in the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation and in the establishment of the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation. This scholarship fund was established in memory of Frank E. Wolff, Mr. A.O. Wolff and family. As a faculty member, he studied the techniques of artificial insemination of cattle in Denmark and upon his return in 1939, employed these techniques in the O.A.C. herd. To be considered for this award, students must apply for the J. Ross Cavers International Scholarship by April 1.
Donor(s):	Ron Wolff - friends and associates
Qualification(s):	Students who have an interest in International Agriculture. The scholarships will be awarded to students with a minimum of a 70% standing over the first 4 semester levels of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. Students must register for the International Field Study course (AGR*2500) in the year the award is received.
Amount:	Up to 9 awards of $600

H.C. Mason Travel Scholarships [T0598]
In memory of the late H.C. Mason, a travel fund, within the O.A.C. Teaching Trust, for O.A.C. students has been established by F.W. Bray of Hamilton. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by April 1, no more than two semesters prior to the commencement of the travel program, with the submission of a letter of no more than two pages outlining the intended study program/conference/or other type of learning opportunity, reasons for choosing the program and the anticipated benefits of participation. A letter of recommendation will be considered as part of the application package. This grant in not tenable with other University of Guelph travel grants.
Donor(s):	Mr. F.W. Bray
Qualification(s):	Student who are currently registered in an Ontario Agricultural College undergraduate program with a minimum of 70% cumulative average who intend to participate in travel related to course study
Amount:	various awards up to $1,500

J. Ross Cavers Study Abroad Scholarship [T0051]
O.A.C. '53 provides these scholarships in memory of J. Ross Cavers, their honorary year member, professor emeritus, and respected poultry scientist. Apply by letter outlining the intended semester abroad program, the reasons for choosing the program and the perceived value of participation along with a brief summary of related and extracurricular activities to the O.A.C. Awards Office by April 1. A letter of recommendation will also be considered as part of the application package. Application should be made a maximum of two semesters prior to participation in the intended travel program.
Donor(s):	Class of O.A.C. '53
Qualification(s):	Undergraduate student in O.A.C. planning to participate in a semester abroad program with a minimum 75% cumulative average. Preference will be given to a candidate who has exhibited qualities of leadership.
Amount:	3 awards of $1,800

J.D. Cunningham Travel Grant [T0605]
Established on honour of the J.D. Cunningham, a professor of microbiology at the University of Guelph. Apply by April 1 to the O.A.C. Awards Office with a letter of no more than two pages outlining the intended study program, conference, or other type of learning opportunity. Include the reason for choosing the program and describe the anticipated benefits of participation. Letters of recommendation will be considered as part of the application package. Upon return from the travel opportunity, the student must be willing to present a report to classmates and/or faculty and/or the Ontario Food Protection Association.
Donor(s):	Ontario Food Protection Association
Qualification(s):	Students currently enrolled in any O.A.C. program with a minimum cumulative average of 75%. Preference will be given to students in Food Science specializing in Microbiology.
Amount:	1 award of $2,000

Lorne Page Memorial Travel Grants [T0475]
Established by Shirley Page in memory of her husband Lorne, a staff member in Animal and Poultry Science for over 34 years. Apply by letter to the Chair, Department of Animal and Poultry Science by February 1, outlining the nature of the conference and your contribution to the program in the department. One or two awards totalling $1,000.
Donor(s):	Shirley Page
Qualification(s):	Students in Animal Biology or in Agricultural Science with an interest in animal production who have completed 12.50 credits with satisfactory academic standing and who are planning to attend a student conference or activity related to animal production.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

Massey Fund Travel Scholarships [T0417]
Travel scholarships available from the Massey Fund. Not tenable with other awards that support travel costs. Apply by letter outlining the study abroad/exchange program and travel costs to the O.A.C. Dean's Office by April 15.
Donor(s):	O.A.C. Awards Committee
Qualification(s):	O.A.C. undergraduate students who are participating in an approved study abroad or exchange program outside Canada. Academic standing in the last two full-time semesters or equivalent will be used to determine recipients.
Amount:	1 award of $750

Michael Chepesuik International Travel Grant [T0373]
Offered in memory of the late Michael W. Chepesuik, O.A.C.'30. Application by letter should be made to the O.A.C. Dean's Office by April 15, and include a description of the study program. Travel grant (or grants). Up to 80% of the actual travel costs associated with the study outside of Canada program will be covered up to a maximum of $1,000 per student.
Donor(s):	Mr. Michael W. Chepisuik
Qualification(s):	Undergraduate or graduate students pursuing studies in Food Agriculture and Resource Economics and who are studying outside of Canada for one or more semesters.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

O.A.C. '05 Excellence Travel Grant [T0060]
In honour of the O.A.C. Class of 1905 and with the support of the O.A.C. Class of 2005. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by April 1 with the submission of a letter of no longer than two pages outlining the intended study program/conference/or other type of learning opportunity, reasons for choosing the program and the anticipated benefits of participation. A letter of recommendation will be considered as part of the application package. This grant in not tenable with other University of Guelph travel grants.
Donor(s):	Class of OAC 1905 and the Class of OAC 2005
Qualification(s):	Student who are currently registered in an Ontario Agricultural College undergraduate degree program and wish to travel to expand their educational opportunities.
Amount:	1 award of $300

O.A.C. '47 Travel Bursaries [T3505]
Provided by O.A.C.'47 on the occasion of its 50th anniversary and with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Travel Award Application and a Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) for Travel awards to Student Financial Services by October 1, February 1 or June 1. ACCESS AWARD
Donor(s):	O.A.C. '47
Qualification(s):	O.A.C. undergraduate students who have demonstrated financial need and who are participating in a study abroad program for academic credit at an approved institution. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards).
Amount:	3 awards of $600

O.A.C. '54 International Study Scholarship [T0586]
Established in memory of Beth Duncan to support students participating in an exchange program, study abroad semester, or a field trip course. Submit a letter (of not more than two pages) outlining the intended international study program, reasons for choosing the program and the anticipated benefits of participation. Letters should also include a brief summary of extracurricular and student related activities. Letters of reference will be considered. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by April 1, no more than two semesters prior to the commencement of the program.
Donor(s):	Class of O.A.C. '54
Qualification(s):	Currently registered students in O.A.C. who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents with a minimum 75% cumulative program average who intend to participate in an exchange program, semester abroad, or field trip course.
Amount:	2 awards of $1,450

Richard and Sophia Hungerford Undergraduate Travel Scholarships [T4508]
The estate of Richard and Sophia Hungerford, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, has established an endowment to provide travel scholarships to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need who wish to study in developing countries, or attend conferences on development. Apply to Student Financial Services with a description of the intended travel, an estimate of the travel costs and a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) at least one month prior to departure. Deadline dates are June 1 for Fall travel, October 1 for Winter travel, and February 1 for Summer travel. ACCESS AWARD.
Donor(s):	The Estate of Richard Hungerford
Qualification(s):	Registered undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need who have at least a 70% cumulative average in the last 2 semesters of full-time equivalent study are eligible. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards).
Amount:	Several awards of varying amounts to a maximum of $1,000

Robb Travel Grants [T3028]
These travel grants have been provided in recognition of her love of agriculture, by the estate of Martha Robb, Paris, Ontario. Apply to the Dean, O.A.C. by April 15. Varying amounts (80% of the travel costs will be covered up to $750 per student).
Donor(s):	The estate of Martha Robb
Qualification(s):	O.A.C. students who are attending another university on a Letter of Permission.
Amount:	Several varies

Roderick Long International Travel Grant [T0360]
Offered in memory of the late Roderick Long, O.A.C.'54. Up to eighty percent of the travel costs associate with the study outside of Canada program will be covered up to a maximum of $1,000 per student. Application by letter should be made to the Dean O.A.C. by April 15, and include a description of the study abroad program. Travel grant (or grants) totalling $1,500.
Donor(s):	Mr. Roderick W. Long
Qualification(s):	O.A.C. undergraduate student who is studying outside of Canada on an approved program for one or more semesters
Amount:	Several awards of $1,500

University of Guelph Travel Scholarships [T0421]
The University of Guelph, through the sale of Guelph London House, has established an endowment to provide travel scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students who wish to study outside of Canada but need financial support to do so. Preference will be given to students participating in the London Semester. Students may only receive this travel grant once per degree. Apply to Student Financial Services with a description of the intended travel, an estimate of the travel costs and a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) at least one month prior to departure. Deadline dates are June 1 for Fall travel, October 1 for Winter travel, and February 1 for Summer travel.
Donor(s):	University of Guelph
Qualification(s):	Registered undergraduate and graduate students that have completed 5.0 credits with demonstrated financial need who have a minimum 70% cumulative average in the last two semesters of full-time equivalent study are eligible to apply. The value of the award will depend on the assessed financial need. The scholarship can cover additional costs of travelling outside of Canada including: airfare, administrative costs, and differential costs of accommodation.
Amount:	Several up to $1,500

Varley and Lyon Exchange Scholarships [T0298]
Miss Bertha Manent of New York City has established five or more Mrs. Lillie-Jane Lyon Varley and Clarence D. Lyon Exchange scholarships. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1, including a letter from the Dean or Director approving the proposed program of study.
Donor(s):	Miss Bertha Manent
Qualification(s):	O.A.C. students who are pursuing a course of study for one or two semesters at another college or faculty of agriculture in Canada or in another country. Such course of study must lead to the degree of B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Comm. in Agricultural Business or the Diploma in Agriculture at the University of Guelph.
Amount:	3 awards of $750