IX. Scholarships and Other Awards

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Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences

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In-course Scholarships

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

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 by April 1st to the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) by letter listing courses taken in the area of crop protection. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):	O.A.C. Alumni Foundation on behalf of Dr. W.H. Minshall
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 CROP4240, ENVB3030, ENVB3210, ENVB4100, 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 $1,100

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

Certified General Accountants Award for Excellence Prize [C0025]
Awarded to the graduating student with the highest average in the three accounting courses listed. Application is 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 is 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 is 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 by April 1to the O.A.C.Awards Office with a letter outlining participation in extracurricular activities in all branches of college life. Awarded in the fall semester.
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 $2,000

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 is 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 the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) with a letter outlining how you have demonstrated outstanding leadership ability in O.A.C. student organizations, class executives and College Royal. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):	Clayton and Dorothy Switzer
Qualification(s):	Students registered in a degree program offered by O.A.C. with a minimum of 10.0 credits completed, at least a 70% cumulative average and has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability in O.A.C. student organizations, class executives and College Royal.
Amount:	1 award of $2,000

College of Physical Engineering Science Academic Scholarship [I0073]
Application is not required.
Donor(s):	College of Physical and Engineering Science
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 is not required. One award of $250 and a commemorative plaque.
Donor(s):	College of Physical and Engineering Science
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 is not required.
Donor(s):	College of Physical and Engineering Science
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

Collins Barrow Award [I0040]
Offered by Collins Barrow, a national firm of Chartered Accountants. Application is 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 is 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

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 is 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

Dr. Caesar V. Senoff Memorial Scholarship for Excellence in Chemistry [I0517]
The Senoff family and the College of Physical and Engineering Science 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. This scholarship will be given annually to the student with the highest cumulative average. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Senoff family and the College of Physical and Engineering Science, together with the University of Guelph Faculty Association and friends
Qualification(s):	Students registered in a major offerd by the Department of Chemistry who have completed between 7.5 and 9.75 credits and a minimum cumulative average of 80%.
Amount:	1 award of $500

Dr. Michael R. Moss Scholarship [I0553]
Established by the friends and colleagues of Dr. Michael R. Moss, the founding Associate Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Sciences. This scholarship is awarded to the student that has demonstrated the most significant increase in his/her cumulative average from 7.0 course credits to 14.0 course credits. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Friends and Colleagues of Dr. Michael Moss
Qualification(s):	Full-time students enrolled in the BSc(Env.) program with a minimum 14.0 course credits.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

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 is not required. One award of a plaque-mounted medal and $250.
Donor(s):	The College of Physical and Engineering Science
Qualification(s):	The College of Physical and Engineering Science nominee for the Winegard Medal.
Amount:	1 award of $250, 1 Plaque-mounted medal

Ellen Nilsen Memorial Scholarship [I0047]
Apply to the Director for International Development Studies with a transcript, 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

Ernest Kendall and Grace (Jowett) Kendall Varsity Swim Team Scholarship [I0627]
Established by Ernest Kendall, O.A.C. BSA 1932, this scholarship recognizes students who are members of the varsity swim team and excel both academically and in a rigorous athletic environment. The recipient will exhibit strong academics and extraordinary athletic qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Ernest Kendall
Qualification(s):	In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the varsity swim team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount:	1 award of $1,350

Floyd Roadhouse Prize in Analytical Chemistry [I0247]
Awarded to the student with the highest grade in CHEM*2400 Analytical Chemistry I in the previous calendar year. In the event of a tie, laboratory performance will be considered. Presented in the Winter semester. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Professor F.E.B. Roadhouse, colleagues, students and friends
Qualification(s):	Students registered in an honours major program offered by the Department of Chemistry and who have completed CHEM*2400, Analytical Chemistry.
Amount:	1 award of $200

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. Recipients will be selected based on demonstrated athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Preference will be given to members of the varsity football team. Application is not required. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):	Mrs. George A. Gray
Qualification(s):	In-course student-athlete who is a current member of a varsity team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount:	2 awards of $1,250

Gerd and Christel Baldauf Men's Basketball Scholarship [I0639]
Established by Christian Baldauf, BSc. '95, in honour of his parents. Recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Dr. Christian Baldauf
Qualification(s):	In-course student-athlete registered in the BSc. program who is a current member of the Men's Basketball varsity team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount:	1 award of $3,500

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
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 CME major of the B.Comm. program. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Dr. John and Mrs. Katherine Gonder
Qualification(s):	All students in the CME 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 is 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:	2 awards of a Silver medal each

Gryphon Athletic Scholarships [I0631]
Recipients will be selected based on demonstrated athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	University of Guelph
Qualification(s):	In-course student-athlete who is a current member of a varsity team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount:	various awards of $750 to $3,500

Guelph Soap Company Scholarship [I0288]
Established by the Guelph Soap Company and awarded to the student with the highest average in BIOC2580 and two courses in Organic Chemistry (CHEM3750, 3750, 3760, 4720, 4730). Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Tricorp Chemical Specialities
Qualification(s):	Students registered in a major offered by the Department of Chemistry who have completed CHEM3750 or CHEM3760 during the previous calendar year and completed BIOC*2580.
Amount:	1 award of $1,200

H. Paul Jolly Award [I0193]
Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Richard Sulin
Qualification(s):	Student with the highest cumulative average entering semester 3 of the B.Sc.(Env.) program.
Amount:	1 award of $450

Highdale Farms Scholarship [I0348]
Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1 with a letter demonstrating leadership ability as evidenced by extra-curricular involvements.
Donor(s):	Arthur Spoerri
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

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

James MacMillan Memorial Scholarship [I0494]
Established in memory of James MacMillan, his great uncle, by Austin Conway of Toronto. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) and a letter indicating the program at Kemptville in which the applicant graduated from to Student Financial Services by October 7.
Donor(s):	Austin Conway
Qualification(s):	Kemptville College graduate with a minimum 75% cumulative average at convocation who registers in the O.A.C. degree program in Agriculture or in Agriculture and Business.
Amount:	1 award of $2,500

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 April 1 to the Chair of the FRAN Awards Committee with a letter outlining volunteer experience working with the elderly, and any other extracurricular involvement. Include two letters of reference where one demonstrates volunteer experience with the elderly and the other demonstrates extracurricular activities.
Donor(s):	Mr. Robert N. Carter and Family
Qualification(s):	Students majoring in Gerontology or Adult Development, Families & Well-Being in the BASc. program who have completed at least 10.0 credits and have a minimum 70% cumulative average.
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 with a letter the indicates rural background and demonstrated community/student involvement both during high school and the first two semesters of University..
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

John A. Archibald Memorial Scholarship [I0014]
Awarded in memory of John A. Archibald, former Director of the Horticultural Research Institute of Ontario. Apply by April 1st to the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) with a letter listing courses taken in Land Resource Science along with an outline of your participation in any extracurriculur activities.
Donor(s):	The friends and associates of the late John A. Archibald
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 Burton Scholarship [I0642]
Established by Dr. John Burton, BSA 1962, a former faculty member in the Department of Animal and Poultry Science. Selection will be based on involvement with and contribution to the horse industry, future career aspirations in the horse industry sector and participation in community activities. Preference will be given to student who have demonstrated leadership ability within the student body. Apply by April 1 to the OAC Awards Office with a letter, of no more than two-pages, outlining involvement with and contributions to the horse industry, career aspirations, and extracurricular involvements. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):	Dr. John Burton
Qualification(s):	Students registered in any program offered by the OAC who have completed between 10.0 and 12.0 credits with a minimum 70% average
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

John Eccles Scholarship [I0093]
Apply to Student Financial Services, by April 1, with a letter highlighting leadership abilities through participation on residence life. Providing a reference letter would be an asset.
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

Kenneth W. Hammond Prize [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 is 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 May 1
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

Land Resource Science Academic Scholarship [C0425]
Provided by the Land Resource Science Endowment fund. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Provided by the Land Resource Science Endowment Fund
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 Prize [C0426]
Provided by the Land Resource Science Endowment fund. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by April 1 with a letter demonstrating contributions to student life and/or community activities.
Donor(s):	Provided by the Land Resource Science Endowment Fund
Qualification(s):	Student graduating from any major in the department of Land Resource Sciences with a minimum cumulative average of 70%.
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. This scholarship will be awarded to the student with the highest average grade in CHEM*1040,1050 and 2700. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Professor Gordon L. Lange, Professor Joe M. Prokipcak and friends and colleagues
Qualification(s):	Student registered in any program offered by C.P.E.S. who has completed CHEM1040, CHEM1050, CHEM*2700 and have completed a minimum of 10.0 credits up to a maximum of 14.75 credits.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

Larry Pearson Men's Volleyball Athletic Scholarships [I0618]
Established by Larry Pearson, a former varsity volleyball athlete and University of Guelph graduate, this scholarship recognizes students who are members of the men's varsity volleyball team and excel both academically and in a rigorous athletic environment. The recipient will exhibit strong academics and extraordinary athletic qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Larry Pearson
Qualification(s):	In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the men's varsity volleyball team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount:	several awards up to $3,500

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 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

Mae McEwen Memorial Scholarship [I0185]
Apply to Student Financial Services, by April 1.
Donor(s):	The estate of Mae McEwen
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 $1,000

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 is 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 $400

Men's Basketball Scholarships [I0638]
Recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Anonymous (Alumnus)
Qualification(s):	In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the Men's Basketball varsity team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount:	4 awards of $2,500

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
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. 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. Apply by April 1st to the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) with a letter outlining your participation in Class/College/University activities. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):	O.A.C. '55
Qualification(s):	Students registered in any O.A.C. degree program or students registered in the B.ENG. program that have completed a minimum of 10.0 with at least a 70% 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 OAC Awards Office 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 is 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 award of a Medal

Out-of-Province Women's Middle Distance Running Scholarship [I0635]
Recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Anonymous
Qualification(s):	In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the Women's Middle Distance team, has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year and whose permanent residence is outside of Ontario.
Amount:	1 award of $1,500

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

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

Professional Staff Association Scholarship [I0628]
This scholarship is provided to students with the highest cumulative average. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1 with a letter including the name of the family member of the Professional/Managerial Group of the University, and/or retired Professional/Managerial Group of the University of Guelph. This award may be held more than once, but cannot be held with any other University of Guelph scholarships. Preference will be given to students of current or retired P.S.A. members.
Donor(s):	Professional Staff Association
Qualification(s):	Full-time students who are from the immediate family, part-time or contractual Professional/Managerial Group employees of the University , and/or retired Professional/Managerial Group of the University of Guelph who have completed at least 5.0 credits and have a minimum 70% cumulative average.
Amount:	1 award of $1,500

Robert Harcourt Scholarships [I0121]
Established, by the estate of Mrs. R. Harcourt in memory of the late Dr. Robert Harcourt, for the student entereing Year 3 and the student entering Year 4 with this highest cumulative averages. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Estate of Mrs. R. Harcourt
Qualification(s):	Students entering Year 3 (completed 9.0 - 11.0 credits) or Year 4 (completed 14.0 - 16.0) in a program offered by the Department of Land Resource Science.
Amount:	2 awards of $1,000

Stantec Environmental Science Scholarship [I0620]
Established by Stantec Consulting Ltd., a major employer of numerous professional consulting disciplines offers this scholarship to assist students interested in developing soid scientific and communication capabilities as future Environmental Science consultants serving society. Selection will be based on the highest combined average in ENVS2010, POLS3370 and at least one of the core science courses in their area of emphasis. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Stantec Consulting Ltd.
Qualification(s):	Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences program who have completed 10.0 credits and have a minumum 75% cumulative average.
Amount:	1 award of $1,250

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 is 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. 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.
Donor(s):	Jack and Lillian MacDonald
Qualification(s):	Entering students coming from the Grand River Polytechnical Institute (GRPI).
Amount:	1 award of $900

Thomas H. Peters Scholarship [I0233]
Application is 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 is 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 and provide the name of the USWA member and relationship to the applicant. 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.
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 with a minimum 70% cumulative average.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

Van Stralen and Van Der Hoeven Memorial Scholarship [I0296]
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.Apply, by April 1, with a one-page summary demonstrating leadership abilities as evidenced through extra-curricular activities to Student Financial Services. Awarded 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.
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 with a letter indicating interest and aptitude in crop protection, particularly in weed biology and management and listing extra-curricular involvements. Awarded on the basis of academic standing in the relevant courses and participation in extra curricular activities.
Donor(s):	O.A.C. Alumni Foundation on behalf of Dr. W.H. Minshall
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 CROP4240, ENVB3030, ENVB3210, ENVB4100, and ENVB*4240 will be considered.
Amount:	1 award of $1,100

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 is 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 award of a 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 is 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 award of a Medal

William A. Brechin Scholarship [I0574]
Established to honour the work of Maryon Brechin's husband, O.A.C. '36, who dedicated his career to soil and water quality concerns. Students must have a demonstrated interest and competence in soil and water quality issues such as employment or extracurricular experience in promoting environmental protection of soil and water resources. Apply by April 1 to the O.A.C. Awards Office by letter of not more than two pages.
Donor(s):	Maryon Brechin
Qualification(s):	Any student registered in a major offered by the Department of Land Resource Science who has completed a minimum 15.0 course credits.
Amount:	1 award of $1,000

William P. Weber Football Scholarship [I0634]
Established by Dr. William P. Weber, OVC '59, footbal alumnus and Gryphon Hall of Fame Inductee. Recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):	Dr. William P. Weber
Qualification(s):	In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the Men's Football team and achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount:	1 award of $2,500

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